Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Zingiberales
Species:
pruinosa
ID:
499213

Status:
valid

Authors:
K.Schum.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1902

Citation Micro:
Pflanzenr. , IV, 48: 165 (1902)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000498545



Common Names

  • Pleiostachya pruinosa
  • Pruinosa Pleiostachya
  • Pruinosa Sesbania


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Synonyms

  • Ichnocarpus morlae Eggers [unknown]
  • Ichnocarpus pruinosus Petersen [unknown]
  • Ischnosiphon morlae Eggers [unknown]
  • Ischnosiphon pruinosus Petersen [unknown]
  • Maranta pruinosa Hort.Bull ex Regel [unknown]
  • Pleiostachya morlae (Eggers) K.Schum. [unknown]

Description

Pleiostachya pruinosa (also called Pruinose Pleiostachya, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the grass family. It is native to Central and South America, where it is found in wet montane forests. It is a perennial grass with thin, arching leaves and small, yellow-green flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Pleiostachya pruinosa is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge. It is also used as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments such as fever, dysentery, and skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Pleiostachya pruinosa has white flowers with five petals and a long, curved stamen. The seeds are small, round, and black. The seedlings have a single pair of leaves and a short taproot.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pleiostachya pruinosa can be propagated by division or seed. It prefers a well-drained soil and partial shade. It should be watered regularly and fertilized every two weeks during the growing season.

Where to Find Pleiostachya pruinosa

Pleiostachya pruinosa is native to the island of New Britain in Papua New Guinea. It is a rare species and can be found in the rainforest, growing in the understory.

Pleiostachya pruinosa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pleurachne secunda?

Pleurachne secunda

What is the common name of Pleurachne secunda?

Second pleurachne

What is the natural habitat of Pleurachne secunda?

It is found in moist meadows and grassy slopes in the Himalayas

Species in the Marantaceae family

Afrocalathea rhizantha, Calathea anderssonii, Calathea annae, Calathea anulque, Calathea argyrophylla, Calathea arrabidae, Calathea asplundii, Calathea bachemiana, Calathea brenesii, Calathea caesariata, Calathea cannoides, Calathea casupito, Calathea chimboracensis, Calathea congesta, Calathea crotalifera, Calathea dicephala, Calathea eburnea, Calathea erythrolepis, Calathea fatimae, Calathea glaziovii, Calathea grandifolia, Calathea grazielae, Calathea guzmanioides, Calathea hagbergii, Calathea harlingii, Calathea inocephala, Calathea ischnosiphonoides, Calathea koernickeana, Calathea lancifolia, Calathea lanicaulis, Calathea lasiostachya, Calathea lateralis, Calathea latrinotecta, Calathea littoralis, Calathea lutea, Calathea majestica, Calathea makoyana, Calathea marantina, Calathea mediopicta, Calathea metallica, Calathea micans, Calathea nitens, Calathea orbifolia, Calathea ornata, Calathea panamensis, Calathea pavonina, Calathea platystachya, Calathea pluriplicata, Calathea plurispicata, Calathea propinqua,

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