Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malvales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
surumuensis
ID:
474495

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Ulbr.) Krapov. & Cristóbal

Source:
cmp

Year:
1993

Citation Micro:
Bonplandia (Corrientes) 7: 55 (1993)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000473827



Common Names

  • Surumuensis Peltaea
  • Peltaea Surumuensis
  • Peltaea Surumuensis Plant


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Synonyms

  • Peltaea aliculata Krapov. & Cristobal [unknown]
  • Pavonia surumuensis Ulbr. [unknown]

Description

Peltaea surumuensis (also called Surumu 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 surumuensis 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

Peltaea surumuensis has small white flowers with yellow centers, and its seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have two leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Peltaea surumuensis is a hardy evergreen shrub that grows in full sun or partial shade. It prefers well-drained soil and is drought tolerant. Propagation is by seed or cuttings.

Where to Find Peltaea surumuensis

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

Peltaea surumuensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Peltaea surumuensis?

Peltaea surumuensis

What is the common name of Peltaea surumuensis?

Surumu Peltaea

What is the natural habitat of Peltaea surumuensis?

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-2547377: Based on the initial data import
Oskar Eberhard Ulbrich (1879-1952): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ulbr.' in the authors string.
Carmen Lelia Cristóbal (1932-2019): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Cristóbal' in the authors string.
Antonio Krapovickas (1921-2015): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Krapov.' in the authors string.