Pteroceras fraternum - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
fraternum
ID:
288977
Status:
valid
Authors:
(J.J.Sm.) Bakh.f.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1963
Citation Micro:
Blumea 12: 69 (1963)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000288309
Common Names
- Fraternum Pteroceras
- Pteroceras Fraternum
- Pteroceras fraternum
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- Sarcochilus fraternus J.J.Sm. [unknown]
Description
Pteroceras fraternum (also called fraternal 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 fraternum 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 fraternum 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 fraternum is an evergreen, perennial herb that grows in moist, shady places. It is propagated by division or by seed. The seeds should be sown in spring in a well-drained soil and kept moist. Division is best done in spring or autumn. It is best grown in partial shade and moist, humus-rich soil.
Where to Find Pteroceras fraternum
Pteroceras fraternum can be found in tropical regions of Central and South America.
Pteroceras fraternum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Pteroceras fraternum?
Pteroceras fraternum
What is the common name of Pteroceras fraternum?
Brotherly pteroceras
What is the natural habitat of Pteroceras fraternum?
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-170388: Based on the initial data import
Reinier Cornelis Bakhuizen van den Brink hijo (1911-1987): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Bakh.f.' in the authors string.
Johannes Jacobus Smith (1867-1947): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.J.Sm.' in the authors string.