Pseudobombax riopretensis - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malvales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
riopretensis
ID:
1281420
Status:
valid
Authors:
Ravenna
Source:
tro
Year:
2005
Citation Micro:
Onira 10: 29 (2005)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001280758
Common Names
- Pseudobombax Riopretensis
- Riopretensis Pseudobombax
- Pseudobombax Tree
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Pseudobombax riopretensis (also called Rio Preto Pseudobombax, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to South America. It has a prostrate habit and grows to a height of 1-2 feet. Its leaves are lanceolate and its flowers are white in color. It is found in moist, open habitats and prefers moist, well-drained soils.
Uses & Benefits
Pseudobombax riopretensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat a variety of ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Pseudobombax riopretensis has small, yellow flowers with four petals. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and thin.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Pseudobombax riopretensis can be propagated by division or from seed. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and full sun to partial shade. It is tolerant of drought and salt spray.
Where to Find Pseudobombax riopretensis
Pseudobombax riopretensis is native to the Atlantic Forest of Brazil. It can be found in the states of Rio de Janeiro and São Paulo.
Pseudobombax riopretensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Pseudobombax riopretensis?
Pseudobombax riopretensis
What is the common name of Pseudobombax riopretensis?
Rio Preto Pseudobombax
Where is Pseudobombax riopretensis native to?
The Caribbean
Species in the Pseudobombax genus
Pseudobombax cinereum, Pseudobombax marginatum, Pseudobombax tomentosum, Pseudobombax septenatum, Pseudobombax petropolitanum, Pseudobombax maximum, Pseudobombax longiflorum, Pseudobombax grandiflorum, Pseudobombax euryandrum, Pseudobombax ellipticum, Pseudobombax croizatii, Pseudobombax minimum, Pseudobombax parvifolium, Pseudobombax calcicola, Pseudobombax andicola, Pseudobombax ellipticoideum, Pseudobombax millei, Pseudobombax munguba, Pseudobombax argentinum, Pseudobombax palmeri, Pseudobombax cajamarcanus, Pseudobombax campestre, Pseudobombax crassipes, Pseudobombax simplicifolium, Pseudobombax riopretensis, Pseudobombax majus, Pseudobombax pulchellum,
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 tro-50309867: Based on the initial data import
Pierfelice Ravenna (b.1938): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ravenna' in the authors string.