Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malvales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
edouardii
ID:
474468

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Hochr.) Krapov. & Cristobal

Source:
cmp

Year:
1965

Citation Micro:
Kurtziana 2: 191 (1965)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000473800



Common Names

  • Peltaea Edouardii
  • Edouard's Peltaea
  • Peltaea Edouardi


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Synonyms

  • Pavonia edouardii fruticosa-ercta Chodat & Hassl. [unknown]
  • Pavonia edouardii Hochr. [unknown]

Description

Peltaea edouardii (also called Edouard's Peltaea, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Africa. It has a woody base with soft, hairy stems and leaves. It typically grows in moist grasslands and savannas.

Uses & Benefits

Peltaea edouardii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge plant. It has a high tolerance for drought and can be used to attract pollinators.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Peltaea edouardii is a white to pale pink, star-shaped flower with five petals and a yellow center. The seed is a small, dark brown, flattened, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, with two to three pairs of leaves that are oval-shaped and toothed at the edges.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Peltaea edouardii is a perennial herbaceous plant native to South America. It is a low-growing, spreading plant with small, white flowers. It can be propagated by cuttings or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate light frost.

Where to Find Peltaea edouardii

Peltaea edouardii is native to Mexico and Central America. It is found in dry, rocky areas and is often found growing on cliffs.

Peltaea edouardii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Peltaea edouardii?

Peltaea edouardii

What is the common name of Peltaea edouardii?

Edouard's Peltaea

What is the natural habitat of Peltaea edouardii?

Dry open forests, grasslands, and rocky outcrops

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-2547329: Based on the initial data import
Bénédict Pierre Georges Hochreutiner (1873-1959): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hochr.' in the authors string.
Carmen Lelia Cristóbal (1932-2019): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Cristobal' in the authors string.
Antonio Krapovickas (1921-2015): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Krapov.' in the authors string.