Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malvales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
peruviana
ID:
1141831

Status:
valid

Authors:
(D.R.Simpson) E.L.Taylor ex Brako & Zarucchi

Source:
tro

Year:
1993

Citation Micro:
Monogr. Syst. Bot. Missouri Bot. Gard. 45: 1259 (1993)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001141169



Common Names

  • Sterculia peruviana
  • Peruvian Sterculia
  • Peruvian False Buttonweed


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Description

Sterculia peruviana (also called Peruvian sterculia, among many other common names) is a large tree that grows up to 30 meters in height. It is native to tropical South America and is found in moist, lowland forests. It has a straight trunk and a dense, rounded crown with large, leathery leaves.

Uses & Benefits

Sterculia peruviana is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used for its medicinal properties as it is known to have antifungal and antibacterial properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Sterculia peruviana is yellow and tubular, with five petals. The seeds are flat and black, and the seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Sterculia peruviana is a fast-growing, deciduous tree that can reach heights of up to 30 feet. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is usually done by seed, which should be sown in a warm, moist environment. The seedlings should be transplanted when they reach a height of 8-10 inches.

Where to Find Sterculia peruviana

Sterculia peruviana is native to Peru.

Species in the Sterculia genus

Sterculia edelfeltii, Sterculia ellipticifolia, Sterculia elmeri, Sterculia fanaiho, Sterculia foetida, Sterculia forsteri, Sterculia chlamydothyrsa, Sterculia carrii, Sterculia chrysodasys, Sterculia cinerea, Sterculia hewittii, Sterculia harmandii, Sterculia hypochroa, Sterculia hyposticta, Sterculia insularis, Sterculia gilva, Sterculia gracilipes, Sterculia guttata, Sterculia aberrans, Sterculia backeri, Sterculia balanghas, Sterculia banksiana, Sterculia blumei, Sterculia bracteata, Sterculia campaniflora, Sterculia acuminatissima, Sterculia africana, Sterculia apetala, Sterculia arabica, Sterculia ampla, Sterculia pojoira, Sterculia peekelii, Sterculia perryae, Sterculia pruriens, Sterculia ponapensis, Sterculia oblonga, Sterculia palauensis, Sterculia oblongata, Sterculia papuana, Sterculia parkinsonii, Sterculia pseudopeltata, Sterculia rhinopetala, Sterculia rhoidifolia, Sterculia rhynchocarpa, Sterculia rhynchophylla, Sterculia ripicola, Sterculia rubiginosa, Sterculia rugosa, Sterculia sangirensis, Sterculia quadrifida,

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

Donald Ray Simpson (b.1932): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'D.R.Simpson' in the authors string.
James Lee Zarucchi (1952-2019): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Zarucchi' in the authors string.
Elizabeth L. Taylor: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'E.L.Taylor' in the authors string.
Lois Brako (b.1950): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Brako' in the authors string.