Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Genus:
Species:
jussieuana
ID:
1076911

Status:
valid

Authors:
A.Juss.

Source:
tro

Year:
1840

Citation Micro:
Ann. Sci. Nat., Bot. , sér. 2, 13: 279 (1840)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001076249



Common Names

  • Peixotoa jussieuana
  • Jussieuana Peixotoa
  • Jussieuana-Leaf Peixotoa


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Description

Peixotoa jussieuana (also called Jussieuan Peixotoa, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that is native to the Caribbean and Central America. It has glossy, dark green leaves and small yellow flowers. It is found in tropical and subtropical forests, as well as in disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Peixotoa jussieuana is a popular ornamental plant, often used as a ground cover or in hanging baskets. It is also known for its ability to attract hummingbirds and butterflies.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Peixotoa jussieuana is white, with a yellow center. The seed is small and black, and the seedlings are short and thin.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Peixotoa jussieuana is an evergreen shrub that grows up to 1.5 m tall. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and full sun to partial shade. Propagation is by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring in a well-drained seedling mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and rooted in a moist, well-drained medium.

Where to Find Peixotoa jussieuana

Peixotoa jussieuana is native to South America, where it is found in Brazil, Paraguay, and Argentina.

Species in the Malpighiaceae family

Acmanthera cowanii, Acmanthera duckei, Acmanthera fernandesii, Acmanthera latifolia, Acmanthera longifolia, Acmanthera minima, Acmanthera parviflora, Acridocarpus adenophorus, Acridocarpus alopecurus, Acridocarpus alternifolius, Acridocarpus austrocaledonicus, Acridocarpus ballyi, Acridocarpus camerunensis, Acridocarpus chevalieri, Acridocarpus chloropterus, Acridocarpus congestus, Acridocarpus congolensis, Acridocarpus excelsus, Acridocarpus glaucescens, Acridocarpus hirundo, Acridocarpus humbertii, Acridocarpus humblotii, Acridocarpus katangensis, Acridocarpus ledermannii, Acridocarpus longifolius, Acridocarpus macrocalyx, Acridocarpus mayumbensis, Acridocarpus monodii, Acridocarpus natalitius, Acridocarpus oppositifolius, Acridocarpus orientalis, Acridocarpus pauciglandulosus, Acridocarpus perrieri, Acridocarpus plagiopterus, Acridocarpus prasinus, Acridocarpus scheffleri, Acridocarpus smeathmannii, Acridocarpus socotranus, Acridocarpus spectabilis, Acridocarpus staudtii, Acridocarpus ugandensis, Acridocarpus vanderystii, Acridocarpus vivy, Acridocarpus zanzibaricus, Adelphia hiraea, Adelphia macrophylla, Adelphia mirabilis, Adelphia platyrachis, Aenigmatanthera doniana, Aenigmatanthera lasiandra,

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