Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Myrtales
Genus:
Species:
hirsutissimum
ID:
1554260

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Cogn.) P.J.F.Guim. & Michelang.

Source:
rhakhis

Year:
2019

Citation Micro:
Taxon 68(5): 982. 2019

WFO Identifier:
wfo-1000033948





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Description

Pleroma hirsutissimum (also called Pleroma hirsutissima, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree, up to 8 m tall. It is native to Brazil, and is found in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests.

Uses & Benefits

Pleroma hirsutissimum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used as a hedge plant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Pleroma hirsutissimum is white and has five petals. The seed is small and round with a dark brown color. The seedlings are thin and have a light green color.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pleroma hirsutissimum is a perennial plant that can be grown in full sun or partial shade. It requires well-drained soil and regular watering. Propagation is best done by division or cuttings. The plant can be divided in spring or early summer.

Where to Find Pleroma hirsutissimum

Pleroma hirsutissimum is found in Mexico.

Pleroma hirsutissimum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pleroma hirsutissimum?

Pleroma hirsutissimum

What are the common names of Pleroma hirsutissimum?

Hairy Pleroma

What is the natural habitat of Pleroma hirsutissimum?

Dry and rocky areas in the Mediterranean region

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,