Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Myrtales
Species:
divaricata
ID:
1081293

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Bonpl.) Naudin

Source:
tro

Year:
1849

Citation Micro:
Ann. Sci. Nat., Bot., sér. 3, 13: 33 (1849)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001080631



Common Names

  • Pterogastra divaricata
  • Spreading Pterogastra
  • Divaricata Pterogastra


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Description

Pterogastra divaricata (also called Divaricating pterogastra, among many other common names) is a small shrub with leathery, ovate-lanceolate leaves and white flowers. It is native to Mexico, Central America, and South America, and is found in tropical and subtropical moist montane forests.

Uses & Benefits

Pterogastra divaricata is an ornamental plant that is often used in gardens and landscapes. It is also used to attract butterflies and hummingbirds. The plant is drought tolerant and can be used as a ground cover or in a container.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Pterogastra divaricata var. glabra (Gleason) S.S.Renner
Pterogastra divaricata var. divaricata

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Pterogastra divaricata has white flowers with yellow centers and a sweet fragrance. The seeds are small, round and black. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pterogastra divaricata is a fast-growing, evergreen shrub that can reach up to 10 feet in height. It prefers full sun to partial shade and well-drained soil. Propagation is best done by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring and cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer.

Where to Find Pterogastra divaricata

Pterogastra divaricata is native to Mexico and Guatemala.

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,

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