Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Santalales
Family:
Species:
anceps
ID:
477149

Status:
valid

Authors:
Oliv.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1868

Citation Micro:
Fl. Trop. Afr. 1: 347 (1868)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000476481



Common Names

  • Ptychopetalum anceps
  • Ptychopetalum anceps
  • Ptychopetalum anceps


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Synonyms

  • Olax anceps (Oliv.) Roberty [unknown]
  • Athesiandra anceps Miers ex Oliv. [unknown]

Description

Ptychopetalum anceps (also called Ptychopetalum, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that can reach up to 8 m in height. It is native to South America and is found in lowland forests. It has a rounded crown and its leaves are dark green and glossy.

Uses & Benefits

Ptychopetalum anceps is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a windbreak. It is also used for its timber and as a source of firewood.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Ptychopetalum anceps is a small, orange, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, round seed with a hard outer shell. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single, long stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ptychopetalum anceps is a small, evergreen tree native to Southeast Asia. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining potting mix and kept in a warm, humid environment. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood branches and rooted in a moist, well-draining potting mix. Both methods require bright, indirect light and regular watering.

Where to Find Ptychopetalum anceps

Ptychopetalum anceps can be found in tropical regions of South America, including Brazil, Colombia, and Peru.

Ptychopetalum anceps FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ptychopetalum anceps?

Ptychopetalum anceps

What type of plant is Ptychopetalum anceps?

A flowering plant

Where is Ptychopetalum anceps native to?

Tropical Africa

Species in the Olacaceae family

Anacolosa casearioides, Anacolosa cauliflora, Anacolosa clarkii, Anacolosa crassipes, Anacolosa densiflora, Anacolosa frutescens, Anacolosa glochidiiformis, Anacolosa griffithii, Anacolosa ilicoides, Anacolosa insularis, Anacolosa lutea, Anacolosa papuana, Anacolosa pervilleana, Anacolosa poilanei, Anacolosa uncifera, Aptandra caudata, Aptandra liriosmoides, Aptandra tubicina, Aptandra zenkeri, Brachynema axillare, Brachynema ramiflorum, Cathedra acuminata, Cathedra bahiensis, Cathedra grandiflora, Cathedra paraensis, Cathedra rubricaulis, Chaunochiton angustifolium, Chaunochiton kappleri, Chaunochiton loranthoides, Coula edulis, Curupira tefeensis, Diogoa retivenia, Diogoa zenkeri, Douradoa consimilis, Engomegoma gordonii, Erythropalum scandens, Harmandia mekongensis, Heisteria acuminata, Heisteria amazonica, Heisteria asplundii, Heisteria barbata, Heisteria blanchetiana, Heisteria citrifolia, Heisteria coccinea, Heisteria concinna, Heisteria costaricensis, Heisteria cyathiformis, Heisteria densifrons, Heisteria duckei, Heisteria insculpta,

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