Status:
valid
Authors:
R.Goldenb. & Amorim
Source:
tro
Year:
2006
Citation Micro:
Taxon 55(4): 969 (-971; fig. 2, 3) (2006)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001279598
Common Names
- Jardimii Physeterostemon
- Physeterostemon jardimii
- Physeterostemon jardimii
Description
Physeterostemon jardimii (also called Jardimii Physeterostemon, among many other common names) is a species of shrub found in South America. It is a deciduous shrub with a spreading habit and small, yellow flowers. It is found in dry, open woodlands in Brazil and Peru.
Uses & Benefits
Physeterostemon jardimii has been used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments such as fever, headaches, and stomach aches.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Physeterostemon jardimii is a small, white, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, round, black seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.
Cultivation and Propagation
Physeterostemon jardimii is a shrub that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate light frost. It can be pruned to maintain its shape and size.
Where to Find Physeterostemon jardimii
Physeterostemon jardimii can be found in the tropical rainforests of South America.
Physeterostemon jardimii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Physeterostemon jardimii?
Physeterostemon jardimii
What type of plant is Physeterostemon jardimii?
It is a shrub
What is the natural habitat of Physeterostemon jardimii?
It is native to the Brazilian Cerrado
Species in the Physeterostemon genus
Species in the Melastomataceae family
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Acanthella pulchra,
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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,