Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malvales
Family:
Species:
pleiopoda
ID:
1253950

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Donn.Sm.) Fryxell

Source:
tro

Year:
1973

Citation Micro:
Gentes Herbarum 11: 15 (1973)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001253288



Common Names

  • Robinsonella
  • Many-petalled Robinsonella
  • Many-petalled Star Orchid


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Description

Robinsonella pleiopoda (also called White-flowered Robinsonella, among many other common names) is a small herbaceous plant native to the Caribbean. It has white flowers and is found in dry and wet forests, as well as in disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Robinsonella pleiopoda is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used as a source of food for livestock and as a natural fertilizer.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Robinsonella pleiopoda has white flowers with five petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Robinsonella pleiopoda is a shrub or small tree, usually growing to a height of 3-6 m. It can be propagated from seeds or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood and rooted in a moist, sandy soil mix. The plant prefers a warm, humid climate and should be grown in full sun or partial shade.

Where to Find Robinsonella pleiopoda

Robinsonella pleiopoda can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of the Americas, from Mexico to Argentina.

Robinsonella pleiopoda FAQ

What is the scientific name of Robinsonella pleiopoda?

Robinsonella pleiopoda

What is the common name of Robinsonella pleiopoda?

Pleiopoda Bromeliad

What is the natural habitat of Robinsonella pleiopoda?

Tropical and subtropical rainforests of Brazil

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-50170824: Based on the initial data import
John Donnell Smith (1829-1928): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Donn.Sm.' in the authors string.
Paul Fryxell (1927-2011): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Fryxell' in the authors string.