Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malvales
Family:
Species:
parviflorum
ID:
476727

Status:
valid

Authors:
Merr.

Source:
ksu

Year:
1929

Citation Micro:
Univ. Calif. Publ. Bot. 15: 193 (1929)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000476059



Common Names

  • Pterocymbium parviflorum
  • Parviflorum Pterocymbium
  • Parviflorum Tree


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Description

Pterocymbium parviflorum (also called Small-Flowered Pterocymbium, among many other common names) is a species of plant in the family Malvaceae. It is native to India, Bangladesh, and Sri Lanka. It typically grows in tropical and subtropical dry forests, as well as in coastal areas.

Uses & Benefits

Pterocymbium parviflorum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as an ingredient in perfumes. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating fever, inflammation, and skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Pterocymbium parviflorum has white flowers with five petals and yellow stamens. The seeds are small, round and black. The seedlings are thin and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pterocymbium parviflorum is a tropical evergreen shrub native to South America. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained potting mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from mature stems and planted in a well-drained potting mix. Keep the soil moist and provide bright, indirect light.

Where to Find Pterocymbium parviflorum

Pterocymbium parviflorum is native to tropical and subtropical regions of Southeast Asia, including Indonesia, Malaysia, and Thailand.

Pterocymbium parviflorum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pterocymbium parviflorum?

Pterocymbium parviflorum

What is the common name of Pterocymbium parviflorum?

Small-flowered Pterocymbium

What is the distribution of Pterocymbium parviflorum?

Pterocymbium parviflorum is native to India, Sri Lanka, and Southeast Asia

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,