Pteroceras erosulum - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
erosulum
ID:
288974
Status:
valid
Authors:
H.A.Pedersen
Source:
wcs
Year:
1993
Citation Micro:
Opera Bot. 117: 45 (1993)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000288306
Common Names
- Erosulum Pteroceras
- Pteroceras Erosulum
- Pteroceras erosulum
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Pteroceras erosulum (also called erose wild coffee, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that can reach up to 5 meters in height. It is native to Central America and South America, and is found in tropical rainforests, cloud forests, and other moist habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Pteroceras erosulum is a popular ornamental plant, often used in rock gardens and as a ground cover. It is also used to make herbal teas and tinctures.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Pteroceras erosulum is small and white, with five petals. The seed is small and round, and the seedlings are small and delicate.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Pteroceras erosulum is an evergreen perennial native to Southeast Asia. It can be propagated from seeds or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from new growth and rooted in a moist, well-draining soil mix. Both methods should be kept in a warm, humid environment with bright, indirect light.
Where to Find Pteroceras erosulum
Pteroceras erosulum can be found in tropical regions of Central and South America.
Pteroceras erosulum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Pteroceras erosulum?
Pteroceras erosulum
What is the common name of Pteroceras erosulum?
Erosulate pteroceras
What is the natural habitat of Pteroceras erosulum?
Dry, rocky slopes in the Hawaiian Islands
Species in the Pteroceras genus
Pteroceras asperatum, Pteroceras biserratum, Pteroceras compressum, Pteroceras erosulum, Pteroceras fragrans, Pteroceras fraternum, Pteroceras hirsutum, Pteroceras johorense, Pteroceras leopardinum, Pteroceras longicalcareum, Pteroceras muriculatum, Pteroceras philippinense, Pteroceras spathibrachiatum, Pteroceras teres, Pteroceras violaceum, Pteroceras viridiflorum, Pteroceras vriesii, Pteroceras monsooniae, Pteroceras muluense, Pteroceras indicum, Pteroceras nabawanense,
Species in the Orchidaceae family
Aa fiebrigii, Aa hartwegii, Aa hieronymi, Aa leucantha, Aa lorentzii, Aa macra, Aa achalensis, Aa maderoi, Aa mandonii, Aa matthewsii, Aa microtidis, Aa paleacea, Aa argyrolepis, Aa riobambae, Aa rosei, Aa schickendanzii, Aa sphaeroglossa, Aa trilobulata, Aa weddelliana, Aa aurantiaca, Aa calceata, Aa colombiana, Aa denticulata, Aa erosa, Aa figueroi, Aa lozanoi, Aa lehmannii, Acampe carinata, Acampe cephalotes, Acampe ochracea, Acampe pachyglossa, Acampe praemorsa, Acampe joiceyana, Acampe hulae, Acanthophippium bicolor, Acanthophippium chrysoglossum, Acanthophippium curtisii, Acanthophippium eburneum, Acanthophippium gougahense, Acanthophippium javanicum, Acanthophippium lilacinum, Acanthophippium mantinianum, Acanthophippium parviflorum, Acanthophippium pictum, Acanthophippium splendidum, Acanthophippium striatum, Acanthophippium sylhetense, Acanthophippium curtisii, Achlydosa glandulosa, Acianthera aculeata,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-170385: Based on the initial data import
Henrik Ærenlund Pedersen (b.1966): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.A.Pedersen' in the authors string.