Status:
valid
                
                
                    
Authors:
Pradeep & Sivar.
                
                
                    
Source:
ksu
                
                
                    
Year:
1993
                
                
                    
Citation Micro:
Bot. Bull. Acad. Sin. 34: 282 (1993)
                
                
                    
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000354849
                
             
            
            
                
                
                
            
            
            
                                    
                        Common Names
                        
                        - Julostylis ampumalensis
- Ampumalensis Julostylis
- Ampumalensis Styled-flower
 
                                
                
                    
                    
                    
                
                
                
                
                                                    
                        Description
                        
                            Julostylis ampumalensis (also called Ampumalen's Julostylis, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Arecaceae family. It is native to the tropical rainforests of South America, and is found in the moist, shady habitats of the Amazon Basin.                        
                     
                                
                                    
                        Uses & Benefits
                        
                            Julostylis ampumalensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a groundcover. It is also used to control erosion, as it can grow in harsh conditions and is drought-tolerant.                        
                     
                                
                                                    
                        Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
                        
                            The flower of Julostylis ampumalensis is a small white or yellowish-white flower that grows in clusters. The seed is a small, black, glossy seed that is dispersed by wind. The seedlings are small, with a single pair of leaves and a short stem.                        
                     
                                
                
                
                                    
                        Cultivation and Propagation
                        
                            Julostylis ampumalensis is a tropical plant native to Central America. It is easy to propagate from cuttings or seeds. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and planted in a moist, well-draining soil. Seeds should be sown in a light, well-draining soil and kept moist until germination occurs. The plant prefers partial shade and regular watering.                        
                     
                                                    
                        Where to Find Julostylis ampumalensis
                        
                            Julostylis ampumalensis is native to tropical regions of South America. It can be found in wet forests, along rivers, and in other moist habitats.                        
                     
                
                                    
                        Julostylis ampumalensis FAQ
                        
                            What is the scientific name of Julostylis ampumalensis?
Julostylis ampumalensis
What is the natural habitat of Julostylis ampumalensis?
Tropical rainforests of South America
What is the average size of Julostylis ampumalensis?
The average size is about 1-2 m
 
                     
                
                                    
                        Species in the Julostylis genus
                        
                     
                                                    
                        Species in the Malvaceae family
                        
                            Abelmoschus angulosus, 
Abelmoschus caillei, 
Abelmoschus crinitus, 
Abelmoschus esculentus, 
Abelmoschus ficulneus, 
Abelmoschus hostilis, 
Abelmoschus magnificus, 
Abelmoschus manihot, 
Abelmoschus moschatus, 
Abelmoschus muliensis, 
Abelmoschus sagittifolius, 
Abelmoschus enbeepeegearensis, 
Abroma augustum, 
Abutilon abutiloides, 
Abutilon affine, 
Abutilon alii, 
Abutilon amplum, 
Abutilon andrewsianum, 
Abutilon andrieuxii, 
Abutilon anglosomaliae, 
Abutilon angulatum, 
Abutilon anodoides, 
Abutilon appendiculatum, 
Abutilon arenarium, 
Abutilon arequipense, 
Abutilon auritum, 
Abutilon austroafricanum, 
Abutilon badium, 
Abutilon balansae, 
Abutilon bastardioides, 
Abutilon benedictum, 
Abutilon berlandieri, 
Abutilon bidentatum, 
Abutilon bracteosum, 
Abutilon buchii, 
Abutilon burandtii, 
Abutilon bussei, 
Abutilon californicum, 
Abutilon calliphyllum, 
Abutilon carinatum, 
Abutilon coahuilae, 
Abutilon commutatum, 
Abutilon cryptopetalum, 
Abutilon cuspidatum, 
Abutilon densiflorum, 
Abutilon dinteri, 
Abutilon dispermum, 
Abutilon divaricatum, 
Abutilon dugesii, 
Abutilon durandoi,