Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malvales
Family:
Species:
rostratus
ID:
1250436

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Danguy) Mabb.

Source:
tro

Year:
1999

Citation Micro:
Adansonia , sér. 3, 21: 22 (1999)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001249774



Common Names

  • Pseudocorchorus rostratus
  • Rostratus
  • Rostratus Tree


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Description

Pseudocorchorus rostratus (also called Beaked Pseudocorchorus, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Malvaceae. It is a perennial herb with yellow flowers and is native to Mexico, Guatemala, and Honduras. It typically grows in rocky, dry, and disturbed habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Pseudocorchorus rostratus is used as an ornamental plant for its attractive foliage and flowers. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments such as fever, headache, and stomachache.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Pseudocorchorus rostratus has white flowers with four petals and yellow anthers. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have two cotyledons and a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pseudocorchorus rostratus is a perennial plant that can be propagated by division or by seed. It prefers full sun to partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. It can be grown in containers or in the ground.

Where to Find Pseudocorchorus rostratus

Pseudocorchorus rostratus is native to Central and South America.

Pseudocorchorus rostratus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pseudocorchorus rostratus?

Pseudocorchorus rostratus

What is the common name of Pseudocorchorus rostratus?

Beaked False Corchorus

What is the family of Pseudocorchorus rostratus?

Tiliaceae

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

Paul Auguste Danguy (1862-1942): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Danguy' in the authors string.
David Mabberley (b.1948): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Mabb.' in the authors string.