Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Myrtales
Genus:
Species:
cleistoflora
ID:
1328607

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Ule) P.J.F.Guim., M.F.Oliveira da Silva & Michelang.

Source:
ipni

Year:
2014

Citation Micro:
Phytotaxa 186(4): 225 (2014)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001341061



Common Names

  • Pleroma cleistoflora
  • Cleistoflora Pleroma
  • Pleroma


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Description

Pleroma cleistoflora (also called Pleroma cleistoflora, among many other common names) is a species of plant native to South Africa. It has small, white flowers with yellow centers. It grows in dry and sandy soils and is found in the provinces of Eastern Cape and Western Cape.

Uses & Benefits

Pleroma cleistoflora is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used to attract pollinators such as bees and butterflies.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Pleroma cleistoflora is a small, yellow, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, rounded seed. The seedlings have small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pleroma cleistoflora is an herbaceous perennial that grows in moist, shady habitats. It should be grown in a well-draining soil mix and in partial shade. It should be watered regularly and fertilized every few weeks. Propagation is done through division of the root crown.

Where to Find Pleroma cleistoflora

Pleroma cleistoflora is native to Mexico and can be found in the Sierra Madre Occidental.

Pleroma cleistoflora FAQ

What is the optimal temperature for Pleroma cleistoflora?

Pleroma cleistoflora prefers temperatures between 18-24°C.

What type of soil is best for Pleroma cleistoflora?

Pleroma cleistoflora prefers a well-draining, chunky, and slightly acidic soil.

How much light does Pleroma cleistoflora need?

Pleroma cleistoflora prefers bright, indirect light.

Species in the Pleroma genus

Pleroma granulosum, Pleroma diffusum, Pleroma angustifolium, Pleroma arboreum, Pleroma asperior, Pleroma australe, Pleroma benthamianum, Pleroma candolleanum, Pleroma cardinale, Pleroma claussenii, Pleroma collinum, Pleroma dendroides, Pleroma fissinervium, Pleroma fothergillii, Pleroma foveolatum, Pleroma gaudichaudianum, Pleroma glandulosum, Pleroma hospitum, Pleroma langsdorffianum, Pleroma lhotskyanum, Pleroma macrochiton, Pleroma martiale, Pleroma maximilianum, Pleroma molle, Pleroma mutabile, Pleroma obscurum, Pleroma ochypetalum, Pleroma salviifolium, Pleroma stenocarpum, Pleroma thereminianum, Pleroma urceolare, Pleroma ursinum, Pleroma velutinum, Pleroma villosissimum, Pleroma elegans, Pleroma clidemioides, Pleroma tuberosum, Pleroma scaberrimum, Pleroma heteromallum, Pleroma oxypetala, Pleroma viminea, Pleroma trichopodum, Pleroma semidecandrum, Pleroma setosociliatum, Pleroma subsessilis, Pleroma trinervium, Pleroma fragae, Pleroma michelangelii, Pleroma costatocalyx, Pleroma penduliflora,

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,

References

Ernst Heinrich Georg Ule (1854-1915): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ule' in the authors string.
Paulo José Fernandes Guimarães: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'P.J.F.Guim.' in the authors string.
Fabián A. Michelangeli: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Michelang.' in the authors string.
Marcus Felippe Oliveira da Silva (b.1982): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'M.F.Oliveira da Silva' in the authors string.