Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malvales
Family:
Species:
minimum
ID:
747564

Status:
valid

Authors:
Carv.-Sobr. & L.P.Queiroz

Source:
ksu

Year:
2010

Citation Micro:
Novon 20: 16 (2010)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000746897



Common Names

  • Pseudobombax minimum
  • Least Pseudobombax
  • Smallest Pseudobombax


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Description

Pseudobombax minimum (also called 'Dwarf Pseudobombax', among many other common names) is a perennial, woody, twining vine native to Mexico and Central America. It has large, oval-shaped leaves and produces clusters of small, white flowers. It grows in tropical and subtropical forests, in open woodlands, and in disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Pseudobombax minimum is used in traditional medicine for treating skin diseases, as a diuretic, and as an antiseptic. It is also used as a source of timber and for making furniture.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Pseudobombax minimum has small, yellow flowers and its seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pseudobombax minimum is a shrub that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be grown in containers or in the ground. It is drought tolerant and requires little maintenance.

Where to Find Pseudobombax minimum

Pseudobombax minimum is native to the tropical rainforests of Central and South America.

Pseudobombax minimum FAQ

What is the natural habitat of Pseudobombax minimum?

Pseudobombax minimum is native to the Atlantic Forest of Brazil.

What is the size of Pseudobombax minimum?

Pseudobombax minimum is a small species, with leaves reaching up to 10 cm in length.

What is the color of Pseudobombax minimum?

Pseudobombax minimum has greenish-yellow leaves with red veins.

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

Luciano Paganucci de Queiroz (b.1958): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.P.Queiroz' in the authors string.
Jefferson Guedes de Carvalho-Sobrinho: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Carv.-Sobr.' in the authors string.