Phytolacca rugosa - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
rugosa
ID:
482593
Status:
valid
Authors:
A.Braun & C.D.Bouché
Source:
cmp
Year:
1851
Citation Micro:
Index Seminum (B, Berolinensis) 1851(App.): 13 (1851)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000481925
Common Names
- Phytolacca rugosa
- Phytolacca rugosa
- Phytolacca rugosa
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- Phytolacca costaricensis Suess. [unknown]
Description
Phytolacca rugosa (also called rough-leaved pokeweed, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to the Atlantic Forest in Brazil. It grows up to 2 m tall, with a trunk up to 0.5 m diameter. It is found in moist, humid, open forests at elevations of 500–1,000 m.
Uses & Benefits
Phytolacca rugosa is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge plant. It is also used as a medicinal plant for treating skin diseases, wounds, and ulcers.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Phytolacca rugosa is a small, white, bell-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, dark brown nut with a single seed inside. The seedling is a small, dark green cone with a single seed inside.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Phytolacca rugosa is a fast-growing evergreen shrub that can reach heights of up to 4 metres. It is best grown in full sun in well-drained soil. Propagation is usually done by seed, which should be sown in the spring. It can also be propagated by cuttings taken in the summer.
Where to Find Phytolacca rugosa
Phytolacca rugosa is a species of flowering plant found in Mexico and Central America.
Phytolacca rugosa FAQ
What is the scientific name of Phytolacca rugosa?
Phytolacca rugosa
What is the common name of Phytolacca rugosa?
Rugosa Pine
Where is Phytolacca rugosa native to?
Mexico
Species in the Phytolacca genus
Phytolacca rivinoides, Phytolacca rugosa, Phytolacca sanguinea, Phytolacca octandra, Phytolacca thyrsiflora, Phytolacca meziana, Phytolacca americana, Phytolacca bogotensis, Phytolacca acinosa, Phytolacca dioica, Phytolacca dodecandra, Phytolacca icosandra, Phytolacca esculenta, Phytolacca japonica, Phytolacca tetramera, Phytolacca weberbaueri, Phytolacca goudotii, Phytolacca heterotepala, Phytolacca sandwicensis, Phytolacca heptandra, Phytolacca chilensis, Phytolacca cyclopetala, Phytolacca latbenia, Phytolacca polyandra,
Species in the Phytolaccaceae family
Anisomeria chilensis, Anisomeria coriacea, Anisomeria densiflora, Anisomeria fruticosa, Ercilla spicata, Ercilla syncarpellata, Phytolacca rivinoides, Phytolacca rugosa, Phytolacca sanguinea, Phytolacca octandra, Phytolacca thyrsiflora, Phytolacca meziana, Phytolacca americana, Phytolacca bogotensis, Phytolacca acinosa, Phytolacca dioica, Phytolacca dodecandra, Phytolacca icosandra, Phytolacca esculenta, Phytolacca japonica, Phytolacca tetramera, Phytolacca weberbaueri, Phytolacca goudotii, Phytolacca heterotepala, Phytolacca sandwicensis, Phytolacca heptandra, Phytolacca chilensis, Phytolacca cyclopetala, Phytolacca latbenia, Phytolacca polyandra,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2562593: Based on the initial data import
Alexander Braun (1805-1877): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.Braun' in the authors string.
Carl David Bouché (1809-1881): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.D.Bouché' in the authors string.