Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malvales
Family:
Species:
majus
ID:
1305525

Status:
valid

Authors:
(A.Robyns) Carv.-Sobr.

Source:
Flora do Brasil 2020 (JBRJ)

Year:
2017

Citation Micro:
PhytoKeys 85: 28 (2017)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001317979



Common Names

  • Pseudobombax majus
  • Large Pseudobombax
  • Large Shaving Brush Tree


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Uses & Benefits

Pseudobombax majus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes. It is also used in water gardens and as a ground cover.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Pseudobombax majus has large, white flowers. The seeds are small, dark brown, and oval-shaped. The seedlings have long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pseudobombax majus can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It prefers a sunny spot in well-draining soil. Water regularly during the growing season and fertilize monthly with a balanced fertilizer. Prune as needed to maintain a neat shape.

Where to Find Pseudobombax majus

Pseudobombax majus is native to the Brazilian Cerrado region.

Pseudobombax majus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pseudobombax majus?

Pseudobombax majus

What is the natural habitat of Pseudobombax majus?

Pseudobombax majus is found in humid montane forests of the Brazilian Atlantic Forest.

What is the average size of Pseudobombax majus?

Pseudobombax majus is a small plant, usually growing to a height of 5-10 cm.

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

André Georges Marie Walter Albert Robyns (1935-2003): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.Robyns' in the authors string.
Jefferson Guedes de Carvalho-Sobrinho: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Carv.-Sobr.' in the authors string.