Status:
valid
Authors:
(Turcz.) Engl.
Source:
cmp
Year:
1891
Citation Micro:
Nat. Pflanzenfam. 3(2a): 87 (1891)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000396076
Common Names
- Laticuspis Phyllonoma
- Laticuspis Wintergreen
- Laticuspis Shinleaf
Description
Phyllonoma laticuspis (also called Broad-leaved Phyllonoma, among many other common names) is a small, evergreen, perennial shrub with white flowers. It is native to South America and grows in moist woods and shady areas. It has a basal rosette of leaves and a single stem with small, white, bell-shaped flowers.
Uses & Benefits
Phyllonoma laticuspis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used for medicinal purposes to treat various ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Phyllonoma laticuspis has small, white flowers with five petals. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings have thin, light green leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Phyllonoma laticuspis is a perennial plant that can be propagated through seed or division. Seeds should be sown in the spring or summer in a well-drained soil and kept moist until germination occurs. Once the seedlings have grown to a few inches in height, they can be transplanted into their permanent location. Division of the plant can be done in the spring or fall, and the divisions should be planted in a well-drained soil.
Where to Find Phyllonoma laticuspis
Phyllonoma laticuspis is native to Mexico and Central America. It can be found in tropical and subtropical forests, as well as in disturbed areas.
Phyllonoma laticuspis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Phyllonoma laticuspis?
Phyllonoma laticuspis
What is the family of Phyllonoma laticuspis?
Pittosporaceae
What is the common name of Phyllonoma laticuspis?
Laticuspis
Species in the Phyllonoma genus
Species in the Phyllonomaceae family