Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Species:
purpusii
ID:
501521

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Brandegee) Kobuski

Source:
cmp

Year:
1941

Citation Micro:
J. Arnold Arbor. 22: 191 (1941)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000500853



Common Names

  • Symplococarpon purpusii
  • Purpus' Symplococarpon
  • Purpus' Orchid


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Synonyms

  • Ternstroemia purpusii Brandegee [unknown]
  • Symplococarpon multiflorum Kobuski [unknown]
  • Symplococarpon lucidum Lundell [unknown]
  • Symplococarpon guatemalense Lundell [unknown]
  • Symplococarpon chiriquiense Kobuski [unknown]
  • Symplococarpon brenesii Kobuski [unknown]
  • Symplococarpon australe Sandwith & Kobuski [unknown]
  • Eurya hintonii Bullock [unknown]
  • Symplococarpon hintonii (Bullock) Airy Shaw [unknown]
  • Symplococarpon airy-shawianum Kobuski [unknown]

Description

Symplococarpon purpusii (also called 'Purpus's Symplococarpon', among many other common names) is a perennial plant native to the Mediterranean region. It typically grows to a height of 0.3–0.6 m (1–2 ft) and has a basal rosette of leaves. It has white or pink flowers with a dark center. It is found in dry, rocky habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Symplococarpon purpusii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It has a low-growing habit and is drought-tolerant. The plant is also used medicinally to treat digestive issues and as an anti-inflammatory.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Symplococarpon purpusii has small, white, star-shaped flowers, which are followed by small, black, round seeds. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaflets.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Symplococarpon purpusii is a perennial plant native to the Mediterranean region. It can be grown in full sun or partial shade in well-drained soil. Propagation is by division of the clumps in spring or by seed.

Where to Find Symplococarpon purpusii

Symplococarpon purpusii is native to Central America and can be found in the tropical forests of the region.

Symplococarpon purpusii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Symplococarpon purpusii?

Symplococarpon purpusii

What is the common name of Symplococarpon purpusii?

Purpus' Symplococarpon

What is the natural habitat of Symplococarpon purpusii?

Woodlands in Mexico

Species in the Symplococarpon genus

Species in the Pentaphylacaceae family

Adinandra angustifolia, Adinandra acuminata, Adinandra acuta, Adinandra angulata, Adinandra anisobasis, Adinandra annamensis, Adinandra apoensis, Adinandra argentifolia, Adinandra auriformis, Adinandra bicuspidata, Adinandra bockiana, Adinandra borneensis, Adinandra brassii, Adinandra brefeldii, Adinandra calciphila, Adinandra caudata, Adinandra celebica, Adinandra clemensiae, Adinandra coarctata, Adinandra collettiana, Adinandra collina, Adinandra colombonensis, Adinandra cordifolia, Adinandra corneriana, Adinandra crassifolia, Adinandra dasyantha, Adinandra donnaiensis, Adinandra dubia, Adinandra dumosa, Adinandra elegans, Adinandra elliptica, Adinandra endertii, Adinandra epunctata, Adinandra excelsa, Adinandra eymae, Adinandra filipes, Adinandra forbesii, Adinandra formosana, Adinandra gallatlyi, Adinandra glischroloma, Adinandra grandifolia, Adinandra grandis, Adinandra griffithii, Adinandra hainanensis, Adinandra hirta, Adinandra howii, Adinandra impressa, Adinandra inaequalis, Adinandra integerrima, Adinandra javanica,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2594333: Based on the initial data import
Townshend Stith Brandegee (1843-1925): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Brandegee' in the authors string.
Clarence Emmeren Kobuski (1900-1963): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kobuski' in the authors string.