Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Myrtales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
adenoclada
ID:
274050

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Urb.) Alain

Source:
wcs

Year:
1971

Citation Micro:
Mem. New York Bot. Gard. 21(2): 138 (1971)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000273382



Common Names

  • Pimenta adenoclada
  • Adenoclada Pimenta
  • Adenoclada Leaf Flower


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Synonyms

  • Pimenta adenoclada (Urb.) Burret [unknown]

Description

Pimenta adenoclada (also called Adenoclada Pimenta, among many other common names) is a species of tree found in the tropical regions of the Caribbean. It has a grey-brown bark and large, white-spotted leaves, and grows in humid, shady areas, such as forests.

Uses & Benefits

Pimenta adenoclada is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Pimenta adenoclada has a small, white flower with a yellowish-green spathe. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and have a single leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pimenta adenoclada is a small evergreen shrub that grows up to 1 m in height. It prefers full sun or partial shade and well-drained soil. Propagation is done by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or summer in a warm, sunny location. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and planted in a potting mix. Water regularly and keep the soil moist. Fertilize with a balanced fertilizer every two weeks.

Where to Find Pimenta adenoclada

Pimenta adenoclada can be found in tropical regions of South America and Central America.

Pimenta adenoclada FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pimenta adenoclada?

Pimenta adenoclada

What is the common name of Pimenta adenoclada?

Mountain Pepper

What is the natural habitat of Pimenta adenoclada?

Tropical forests of the Caribbean

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-156128: Based on the initial data import
Ignatz Urban (1848-1931): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Urb.' in the authors string.
Henri Alain Liogier (1916-2009): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Alain' in the authors string.