Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Myrtales
Family:
Species:
peduncularis
ID:
273996

Status:
valid

Authors:
Endl.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1839

Citation Micro:
Stirpium Australasicarum Herbarii Hugeliani Decades III 1838 = Annalen des Wiener Museums der Naturgeschichte 2 Dec. 1838 (1839) 196

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000273328



Common Names

  • Peduncular Pileanthus
  • Peduncular False Foxglove
  • Peduncular Baby's Breath


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Description

Pileanthus peduncularis (also called Pedunculate Pileanthus, among many other common names) is an erect shrub or small tree growing up to 5 m tall. It is native to New Guinea and the Solomon Islands. It is found in lowland and hill forests, and in disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Pileanthus peduncularis is a plant native to South America and is used as an ornamental plant in gardens. It has a sweet scent and is often used in leis and other decorations. It is also used in traditional South American medicine to treat a variety of ailments.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Pileanthus peduncularis sub. peduncularis
Pileanthus peduncularis sub. pilifer Keighery

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Pileanthus peduncularis has white flowers with five petals. Its seeds are small and round, and its seedlings have thin stems with small leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pileanthus peduncularis is a perennial plant that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers a well-drained soil in partial shade. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -15°C (5°F). It can be pruned to shape and can be grown in containers.

Where to Find Pileanthus peduncularis

Pileanthus peduncularis can be found in tropical regions of South America and Central America.

Pileanthus peduncularis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pileanthus peduncularis?

Pileanthus peduncularis

What is the common name of Pileanthus peduncularis?

Peduncularis pileanthus

Where is Pileanthus peduncularis found?

Pileanthus peduncularis is found in New Zealand

Species in the Myrtaceae family

Acca lanuginosa, Acca macrostema, Accara elegans, Actinodium cunninghamii, Agonis baxteri, Agonis flexuosa, Agonis grandiflora, Agonis theiformis, Agonis undulata, Agonis hypericifolia, Algrizea macrochlamys, Algrizea minor, Allosyncarpia ternata, Aluta appressa, Aluta aspera, Aluta maisonneuvei, Aluta quadrata, Aluta teres, Amomyrtella irregularis, Amomyrtella guilii, Amomyrtus luma, Amomyrtus meli, Angophora bakeri, Angophora clelandi, Angophora costata, Angophora crassifolia, Angophora dichromophloia, Angophora euryphylla, Angophora exul, Angophora floribunda, Angophora hispida, Angophora inopina, Angophora leiocarpa, Angophora melanoxylon, Angophora paludosa, Angophora robur, Angophora subvelutina, Angophora woodsiana, Angophora clelandii, Anticoryne diosmoides, Anticoryne ovalifolia, Anticoryne melanosperma, Archirhodomyrtus baladensis, Archirhodomyrtus beckleri, Archirhodomyrtus paitensis, Archirhodomyrtus turbinata, Archirhodomyrtus vieillardii, Arillastrum gummiferum, Astartea aspera, Astartea corniculata,

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