Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malvales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
thwaitesii
ID:
476475

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Mast.) Alston

Source:
ksu

Year:
1931

Citation Micro:
Handb. Fl. Ceylon 6(Suppl.): 31 (1931)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000475807



Common Names

  • Pterygota thwaitesii
  • Thwaites' Pterygota
  • Thwaites' Wing-fruit


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Synonyms

  • Sterculia thwaitesii Mast. [unknown]
  • Clompanus thwaitesii (Mast.) Kuntze [unknown]

Description

Pterygota thwaitesii (also called Thwaite's Pterygota, among many other common names) is a small tree native to tropical Africa and Asia. It has pinnate leaves and yellow flowers. It grows in dry and wet habitats, such as grasslands, forests, and roadsides.

Uses & Benefits

Pterygota thwaitesii is used as an ornamental plant and for erosion control.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Pterygota thwaitesii has white flowers with five petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small, round and black. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with a few leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pterygota thwaitesii is a small tree that can reach up to 10 m in height. It is native to tropical Africa and is found in moist, lowland forests. Propagation is usually done through seeds, which should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. The seedlings should be transplanted when they reach a height of 15-20 cm.

Where to Find Pterygota thwaitesii

Pterygota thwaitesii is native to Sri Lanka and can be found in moist forests and riverbanks.

Pterygota thwaitesii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pterygota thwaitesii?

Pterygota thwaitesii

What is the common name of Pterygota thwaitesii?

Thwaitesii Pterygota

What is the natural habitat of Pterygota thwaitesii?

Pterygota thwaitesii is native to Africa

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

Maxwell Tylden Masters (1833-1907): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Mast.' in the authors string.
Arthur Hugh Garfit Alston (1902-1958): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Alston' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:824846-1: Based on the initial data import