Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malvales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
sepioides
ID:
474409

Status:
valid

Authors:
Fryxell & Krapov.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1999

Citation Micro:
Fl. Neotrop. Monogr. 76: 221. 1999

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000473741

Common Names

  • Sepioides Pavonia
  • Sepioides Mallow
  • Sepioides Wax Mallow

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Synonyms

  • Pavonia sepium macrocarpa R.E.Fr. [unknown]

Description

Pilea glomerata (also called Watermelon Pilea, among many other common names) is an evergreen, perennial, creeping, mat-forming, succulent herbaceous plant. It is native to tropical regions of South America, and is found in moist, shady habitats. It has small, round, green leaves with a reddish-brown underside, and small, white flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Pavonia sepioides is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used as a groundcover in shady areas.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Pavonia sepioides has small white flowers with yellow centers. Its seeds are small and round with a black and white striped pattern. The seedlings have thin, light green stems and small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pavonia sepioides is a perennial herb that is native to tropical and subtropical regions of India. It is propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, fertile soil in a sunny location. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and planted in a moist, well-draining soil. The plant prefers warm temperatures and should be protected from frost.

Where to Find Pavonia sepioides

Pavonia sepioides can be found in Mexico, Guatemala, Honduras, Nicaragua, Costa Rica, Panama, Colombia, Venezuela, Guyana, Suriname, French Guiana, Ecuador, Peru, Bolivia, and Brazil.

Pavonia sepioides FAQ

What is the ideal temperature for Pavonia sepioides?

Pavonia sepioides prefers temperatures between 65-75°F (18-24°C)

What is the ideal humidity for Pavonia sepioides?

Pavonia sepioides prefers high humidity, ideally between 50-70%.

How much light does Pavonia sepioides need?

Pavonia sepioides prefers bright, indirect light.

Species in the Pavonia genus

Pavonia castaneifolia, Pavonia rotundifolia, Pavonia sepioides, Pavonia sepium, Pavonia serrata, Pavonia sidifolia, Pavonia somalensis, Pavonia schiedeana, Pavonia schimperiana, Pavonia senegalensis, Pavonia schweinfurthii, Pavonia semiserrata, Pavonia papilionacea, Pavonia paucibracteata, Pavonia penduliflora, Pavonia paniculata, Pavonia paludicola, Pavonia peruviana, Pavonia propinqua, Pavonia purpusii, Pavonia pleuranthera, Pavonia pirottae, Pavonia procumbens, Pavonia zeylanica, Pavonia stolzii, Pavonia triloba, Pavonia steudneri, Pavonia urens, Pavonia fonsecana, Pavonia falconensis, Pavonia firmiflora, Pavonia friisii, Pavonia dasypetala, Pavonia fruticosa, Pavonia gossweileri, Pavonia geminiflora, Pavonia fryxelliana, Pavonia fryxellii, Pavonia gallaensis, Pavonia brevibracteolata, Pavonia burchellii, Pavonia calycina, Pavonia cancellata, Pavonia candida, Pavonia baumliana, Pavonia blepharicarpa, Pavonia cristata, Pavonia cochensis, Pavonia columella, Pavonia malacophylla,

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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2547220: Based on the initial data import
Antonio Krapovickas (1921-2015): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Krapov.' in the authors string.
Paul Fryxell (1927-2011): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Fryxell' in the authors string.