Status:
valid
Authors:
Gonz.-Martínez & J.Jiménez Ram.
Source:
ipni
Year:
2015
Citation Micro:
Brittonia 67: 292 (2015)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001345122
Common Names
- Thomasii Picramnia
- Picramnia Thomasii
- Thomasii
Description
Picramnia thomasii (also called Thomas's Picramnia, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub that grows up to 0.5 m tall. It is native to Central and South America and is found in tropical forests. It has leathery, oval leaves and yellow flowers.
Uses & Benefits
Picramnia thomasii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of food for birds.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Picramnia thomasii are white, star-shaped, and have five petals. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.
Cultivation and Propagation
Picramnia thomasii is a shrub that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -10°C (14°F). Prune to shape in late winter or early spring.
Where to Find Picramnia thomasii
Picramnia thomasii is native to Mexico.
Picramnia thomasii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Picramnia thomasii?
Picramnia thomasii
What is the common name of Picramnia thomasii?
Thomas' Picramnia
What is the native range of Picramnia thomasii?
Central America
Species in the Picramnia genus
Picramnia polyantha,
Picramnia pentandra,
Picramnia sellowii,
Picramnia sphaerocarpa,
Picramnia spruceana,
Picramnia magnifolia,
Picramnia reticulata,
Picramnia matudae,
Picramnia nuriensis,
Picramnia teapensis,
Picramnia villosa,
Picramnia caracasana,
Picramnia apetala,
Picramnia antidesma,
Picramnia latifolia,
Picramnia juniniana,
Picramnia macrocarpa,
Picramnia ferrea,
Picramnia dictyoneura,
Picramnia emarginata,
Picramnia grandifolia,
Picramnia gracilis,
Picramnia tumbesina,
Picramnia bahiensis,
Picramnia ciliata,
Picramnia glazioviana,
Picramnia ramiflora,
Picramnia xalapensis,
Picramnia killipii,
Picramnia parvifolia,
Picramnia bullata,
Picramnia deflexa,
Picramnia guerrerensis,
Picramnia hirsuta,
Picramnia dolichobotrya,
Picramnia elliptica,
Picramnia mexicana,
Picramnia gardneri,
Picramnia guianensis,
Picramnia oreadica,
Picramnia campestris,
Picramnia excelsa,
Picramnia andrade-limae,
Picramnia thomasii,
Picramnia coccinea,
Species in the Picramniaceae family
Alvaradoa amorphoides,
Alvaradoa arborescens,
Alvaradoa haitiensis,
Alvaradoa jamaicensis,
Alvaradoa lewisii,
Alvaradoa subovata,
Nothotalisia cancellata,
Nothotalisia piranii,
Nothotalisia peruviana,
Picramnia polyantha,
Picramnia pentandra,
Picramnia sellowii,
Picramnia sphaerocarpa,
Picramnia spruceana,
Picramnia magnifolia,
Picramnia reticulata,
Picramnia matudae,
Picramnia nuriensis,
Picramnia teapensis,
Picramnia villosa,
Picramnia caracasana,
Picramnia apetala,
Picramnia antidesma,
Picramnia latifolia,
Picramnia juniniana,
Picramnia macrocarpa,
Picramnia ferrea,
Picramnia dictyoneura,
Picramnia emarginata,
Picramnia grandifolia,
Picramnia gracilis,
Picramnia tumbesina,
Picramnia bahiensis,
Picramnia ciliata,
Picramnia glazioviana,
Picramnia ramiflora,
Picramnia xalapensis,
Picramnia killipii,
Picramnia parvifolia,
Picramnia bullata,
Picramnia deflexa,
Picramnia guerrerensis,
Picramnia hirsuta,
Picramnia dolichobotrya,
Picramnia elliptica,
Picramnia mexicana,
Picramnia gardneri,
Picramnia guianensis,
Picramnia oreadica,
Picramnia campestris,