Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Myrtales
Genus:
Species:
oxypetala
ID:
1258838

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Ruiz & Pav.) A.Chev.

Source:
tro

Year:
1823

Citation Micro:
Shoei Junior Coll., Annual Rep. Stud. 1823

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001258176



Common Names

  • Pleroma oxypetala
  • Oxypetala Pleroma
  • Oxypetala Pleroma Plant


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Description

Pleroma oxypetala (also called sharp-petalled pleroma, among many other common names) is a shrub native to Australia. It has small, white flowers and small, needle-like leaves. It is found in dry, open woodlands and heathlands.

Uses & Benefits

Pleroma oxypetala is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of timber.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Pleroma oxypetala has small, white flowers with yellow centers. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a light green color.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pleroma oxypetala is a perennial shrub that is propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It should be watered regularly and fertilized with a balanced fertilizer every few weeks.

Where to Find Pleroma oxypetala

Pleroma oxypetala is native to Central and South America and can be found in tropical and subtropical regions. It is often found in disturbed areas, such as roadsides, fields, and pastures.

Pleroma oxypetala FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pleroma oxypetala?

Pleroma oxypetala

What is the family of Pleroma oxypetala?

Melastomataceae

Where is Pleroma oxypetala found?

It is found in South America

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

The Plant List v1.1 record tro-50187198: Based on the initial data import
Hipólito Ruiz López (1754-1816): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ruiz' in the authors string.
José Antonio Pavón (1754-1840): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Pav.' in the authors string.
Auguste Chevalier (1873-1956): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.Chev.' in the authors string.