Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Myrtales
Species:
pterocaulos
ID:
1541120

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Wickens) Ver.-Lib. & G.Kadereit

Source:
rhakhis

Year:
2020

Citation Micro:
Taxon 69(5): 979. 2020

WFO Identifier:
wfo-1000022581



Common Names

  • Feliciotis pterocaulos
  • Pterocaulos Feliciotis
  • Pterocaulos's Feliciotis


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Description

Feliciotis pterocaulos (also called Winged-stem Feliciotis, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant native to Central and South America. It is an evergreen shrub that grows in moist forests and along streams. It has a spreading growth habit and is characterized by its small, oval leaves and its showy, yellow flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Feliciotis pterocaulos has been used as an ornamental plant and for erosion control.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Feliciotis pterocaulos has small, white flowers with yellow anthers. Its seeds are small and black. The seedlings have a single, upright stem with a tuft of leaves at the top.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Feliciotis pterocaulos is a perennial herb that can be propagated by division or by seed. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and full sun to partial shade. It is tolerant of drought and can be grown in USDA Hardiness Zones 7-10.

Where to Find Feliciotis pterocaulos

Feliciotis pterocaulos can be found in China, Nepal, and Bhutan.

Feliciotis pterocaulos FAQ

What is the scientific name of Feliciotis pterocaulos?

Feliciotis pterocaulos

What are the common names of Feliciotis pterocaulos?

Winged-stalk Feliciotis

What is the natural habitat of Feliciotis pterocaulos?

Subtropical and tropical moist lowland forests

Species in the Melastomataceae family

Acanthella sprucei, Acanthella pulchra, Acanthella conferta, Aciotis polystachya, Aciotis purpurascens, Aciotis acuminifolia, Aciotis annua, Aciotis rubricaulis, Aciotis cordata, Aciotis indecora, Aciotis paludosa, Aciotis circaeoides, Aciotis ornata, Aciotis circaeifolia, Aciotis wurdackiana, Aciotis olivieriana, Aciotis ferreirana, Aciotis viscida, Aciotis pendulifolia, Aciotis brachybotria, Acisanthera pulchella, Acisanthera quadrata, Acisanthera boliviensis, Acisanthera variabilis, Acisanthera uniflora, Acisanthera alsinaefolia, Acisanthera paraguayensis, Acisanthera alata, Acisanthera hedyotoidea, Acisanthera glazioviana, Acisanthera quadrata, Acisanthera ayangannae, Acisanthera divaricata, Adelobotrys ciliatus, Adelobotrys atlanticus, Adelobotrys adscendens, Adelobotrys barbatus, Adelobotrys ciliata, Adelobotrys macrophylla, Adelobotrys praetexta, Adelobotrys tessmannii, Adelobotrys boissieriana, Adelobotrys fuscescens, Adelobotrys macrantha, Adelobotrys rotundifolius, Adelobotrys subsessilis, Adelobotrys jefensis, Adelobotrys linearifolia, Adelobotrys ayangannensis, Adelobotrys scandens,