Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Myrtales
Family:
Species:
rhytispermum
ID:
274004

Status:
valid

Authors:
(F.Muell.) Burret

Source:
wcs

Year:
1941

Citation Micro:
Notizbl. Bot. Gart. Berlin-Dahlem 15: 550. 1941

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000273336



Common Names

  • Rhytispermum Pilidiostigma
  • Rhytispermum False Foxglove
  • Rhytispermum Baby's Breath


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Description

Pilidiostigma rhytispermum (also called Wrinkled Pilidiostigma, 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

Pilidiostigma rhytispermum 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.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Pilidiostigma rhytispermum has small yellow flowers with five petals. Its seeds are small and round, and its seedlings are small and have thin stems.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pilidiostigma rhytispermum is an evergreen shrub that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers a well-drained soil in full sun or partial shade. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -4°C (25°F). It can be pruned to shape and can be grown in containers.

Where to Find Pilidiostigma rhytispermum

Pilidiostigma rhytispermum can be found in tropical regions of South America and Central America.

Pilidiostigma rhytispermum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pilidiostigma rhytispermum?

Pilidiostigma rhytispermum

What is the common name of Pilidiostigma rhytispermum?

Rough-seeded Pilidiostigma

What is the natural habitat of Pilidiostigma rhytispermum?

Tropical and subtropical regions of South and Southeast Asia

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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-156079: Based on the initial data import
Ferdinand von Mueller (1825-1896): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'F.Muell.' in the authors string.
Max Burret (1883-1964): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Burret' in the authors string.