Pteroceras hirsutum - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
hirsutum
ID:
288978
Status:
valid
Authors:
(Hook.f.) Holttum
Source:
wcs
Year:
1960
Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 14: 270 (1960)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000288310
Common Names
- Hirsutum Pteroceras
- Pteroceras Hirsutum
- Pteroceras hirsutum
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- Sarcochilus burchardianus Schltr. [unknown]
- Sarcochilus hirsutus Hook.f. [unknown]
- Thrixspermum hirsutum Kuntze [unknown]
- Ascochilus hirtulus porphyrochlamys Burkill [unknown]
- Ascochilus hirsutus Ridl. [unknown]
Description
Pteroceras hirsutum (also called hairy 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 hirsutum 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 hirsutum 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 hirsutum 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 hirsutum
Pteroceras hirsutum can be found in tropical regions of Central and South America.
Pteroceras hirsutum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Pteroceras hirsutum?
Pteroceras hirsutum
What is the common name of Pteroceras hirsutum?
Hairy pteroceras
What is the natural habitat of Pteroceras hirsutum?
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-170389: Based on the initial data import
Joseph Dalton Hooker (1817-1911): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hook.f.' in the authors string.
Richard Eric Holttum (1895-1990): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Holttum' in the authors string.