Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Myrtales
Family:
Species:
ciliatus
ID:
289607

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Forst.) Gugerli

Source:
wcs

Year:
1939

Citation Micro:
Repert. Spec. Nov. Regni Veg. 46: 230 (1939)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000288939



Common Names

  • Purpureostemon ciliatus
  • Ciliatus Purpleostemon
  • Ciliate Purpleostemon


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Synonyms

  • Nani ciliata (G.Forst.) Kuntze [unknown]
  • Stenospermum ciliatum Heynh. [unknown]

Description

Purpureostemon ciliatus (also called Ciliate purpureostemon, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant native to the Mediterranean region. It grows in dry grassland and scrub, and can reach heights of up to 30 cm.

Uses & Benefits

Purpureostemon ciliatus is used for its timber, which is used to make furniture and flooring. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Purpureostemon ciliatus are small, white, and bell-shaped. The seeds are small, round, and black. The seedlings are thin and have small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Purpureostemon ciliatus is a species of flowering plant native to Europe and North Africa. It is a low-growing, evergreen species that grows to a height of up to 30 cm (12 in). It is suitable for cultivation in USDA hardiness zones 4-9. Propagation is by seed, which should be sown in a well-draining potting mix and kept moist. Germination usually takes place within 2-3 weeks.

Where to Find Purpureostemon ciliatus

Purpureostemon ciliatus is native to Europe and can be found in grasslands, meadows, and woodlands.

Purpureostemon ciliatus FAQ

What is the average height of a Purpureostemon ciliatus?

Purpureostemon ciliatus typically grows to a height of 2-3 meters.

What is the ideal temperature for a Purpureostemon ciliatus?

Purpureostemon ciliatus prefers temperatures between 20-30 degrees Celsius.

How much sunlight does a Purpureostemon ciliatus need?

Purpureostemon ciliatus needs at least 6 hours of direct sunlight per day.

Species in the Purpureostemon genus

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-170988: Based on the initial data import
Karl Gugerli: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Gugerli' in the authors string.