Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malvales
Family:
Species:
viridiflorum
ID:
476677

Status:
valid

Authors:
Teijsm. & Binn. ex Koord.

Source:
ksu

Year:
1898

Citation Micro:
Meded. Lands Plantentuin 19: 640 (1898)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000476009



Common Names

  • Viridiflorum Pterocymbium
  • Viridiflorum Pterocymbium Palm
  • Pterocymbium Viridiflorum


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Description

Pterocymbium viridiflorum (also called Green-Flowered Pterocymbium, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub or small tree with a conical or columnar shape and leathery, dark green leaves. It is native to the Caribbean islands of Trinidad and Tobago and is found in humid and wet forests. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and can tolerate some shade.

Uses & Benefits

Pterocymbium viridiflorum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It can also be used as a hedge plant and as a ground cover. It has a high tolerance for drought and poor soils, making it an ideal choice for landscaping in dry climates.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Pterocymbium viridiflorum has small, white flowers with yellow centers. The seeds are small and round. The seedlings are small and have a single leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pterocymbium viridiflorum is a terrestrial species native to the Andes Mountains of Colombia. It is a small, clumping plant with succulent leaves and small white flowers. It is best grown in a well-draining soil mix, in full sun to partial shade. It can be propagated by division or by seed.

Where to Find Pterocymbium viridiflorum

Pterocymbium viridiflorum is native to the tropical rainforests of Central and South America.

Pterocymbium viridiflorum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pterocymbium viridiflorum?

Pterocymbium viridiflorum

What are the common names of Pterocymbium viridiflorum?

Viridiflorum fern

What is the growth rate of Pterocymbium viridiflorum?

Slow

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

Sijfert Hendrik Koorders (1863-1919): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Koord.' in the authors string.
Johannes Elias Teijsmann (1808-1882): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Teijsm.' in the authors string.
Simon Binnendijk (1821-1883): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Binn.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:824717-1: Based on the initial data import