Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Myrtales
Species:
picorondonca
ID:
1249699

Status:
valid

Authors:
S.S.Renner

Source:
tro

Year:
1994

Citation Micro:
Nordic J. Bot. 14(1): 82 (1994) (1994)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001249037



Common Names

  • Pterolepis Picorondonca
  • Picorondonca Pterolepis
  • Picorondonca's Pterolepis


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Description

Pterolepis picorondonca (also called Picorondonca Pterolepis, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to South America. It has small, white flowers and prefers dry, sunny habitats. It can be found in dry forests and scrublands.

Uses & Benefits

Pterolepis picorondonca is used as an ornamental plant for its attractive flowers and can be used in rock gardens, borders, and as a ground cover. It is also used to make herbal tea.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Pterolepis picorondonca is a small, white, spike-like inflorescence. Its seeds are small, round and black. The seedlings are small, round and have a light green color.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pterolepis picorondonca can be propagated by seed or stem cuttings. For seed propagation, the seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist. For stem cuttings, cut a stem just below a node and place it in a well-draining soil mix. Keep the soil moist and the cutting should root within a few weeks.

Where to Find Pterolepis picorondonca

Pterolepis picorondonca is native to Central and South America. It can be found in tropical and subtropical forests, as well as in disturbed areas. It is also cultivated as an ornamental plant.

Pterolepis picorondonca FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pterolepis picorondonca?

Pterolepis picorondonca

What is the family of Pterolepis picorondonca?

Asteraceae

What is the common name of Pterolepis picorondonca?

Picorondon Aster

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-50148418: Based on the initial data import
Susanne Renner (b.1954): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'S.S.Renner' in the authors string.