Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Genus:
Species:
sericea
ID:
1249896

Status:
valid

Authors:
C.E.Anderson

Source:
tro

Year:
1982

Citation Micro:
Contr. Univ. Michigan Herb. 15: 66 (1982)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001249234



Common Names

  • Peixotoa sericea
  • Silky Peixotoa
  • Silky Peixotoa Shrub


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Description

Peixotoa sericea (also called silky peixotoa, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub or small tree with glossy, dark green leaves and small, white flowers. It is native to Central and South America and grows in moist, shady forests.

Uses & Benefits

Peixotoa sericea is used as an ornamental plant and for its medicinal properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Peixotoa sericea are white and tubular, and are borne in clusters of up to 5 flowers. The seeds are small, black and round, and the seedlings are small and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Peixotoa sericea is a perennial that is native to Brazil. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is typically done by division or cuttings. Division should be done in the spring or early summer. Cuttings should be taken in the late spring or early summer and should be kept in a warm, humid environment until they have rooted.

Where to Find Peixotoa sericea

Peixotoa sericea is native to South America. It can be found in tropical and subtropical forests, as well as in disturbed areas.

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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