Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Species:
divaricatissimus
ID:
284495

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Müll.Arg.) Benth.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1873

Citation Micro:
Fl. Austral. 6: 60 (1873)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000283827



Common Names

  • Divaricatissimus False Anthus
  • False Anthus
  • Pseudanthus divaricatissimus


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Synonyms

  • Caletia divaricatissima Müll.Arg. [unknown]
  • Caletia divaricatissima genuina Müll.Arg. [unknown]
  • Pseudanthus divaricatissimus genuinus (Mull.Arg.) Gruning [unknown]

Description

Pseudanthus divaricatissimus (also called Divaricate Pseudanthus, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant native to South America. It is found in humid forests and is characterized by its small, white flowers and its lance-shaped leaves.

Uses & Benefits

Pseudanthus divaricatissimus is used in traditional medicine to treat fever, headaches, and digestive problems. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as an ingredient in perfumes.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Pseudanthus divaricatissimus has white, fragrant flowers with yellow centers. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with small, light green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pseudanthus divaricatissimus is a shrub native to Madagascar. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood stems and placed in a moist soil mix. Both methods should be kept in a warm, humid environment until they have rooted.

Where to Find Pseudanthus divaricatissimus

Pseudanthus divaricatissimus can be found in South America.

Pseudanthus divaricatissimus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pseudanthus divaricatissimus?

Pseudanthus divaricatissimus

What is the common name of Pseudanthus divaricatissimus?

Divaricate Pseudanthus

Where is Pseudanthus divaricatissimus found?

Pseudanthus divaricatissimus is found in Mexico, Guatemala, El Salvador, Honduras, and Nicaragua.

Species in the Picrodendraceae family

Androstachys johnsonii, Aristogeitonia limoniifolia, Aristogeitonia lophirifolia, Aristogeitonia magnistipula, Aristogeitonia monophylla, Aristogeitonia perrieri, Aristogeitonia uapacifolia, Aristogeitonia gabonica, Austrobuxus alticola, Austrobuxus brevipes, Austrobuxus carunculatus, Austrobuxus clusiaceus, Austrobuxus cracens, Austrobuxus cuneatus, Austrobuxus ellipticus, Austrobuxus eugeniifolius, Austrobuxus horneanus, Austrobuxus huerlimannii, Austrobuxus mandjelicus, Austrobuxus megacarpus, Austrobuxus montis-do, Austrobuxus nitidus, Austrobuxus ovalis, Austrobuxus pauciflorus, Austrobuxus petiolaris, Austrobuxus rubiginosus, Austrobuxus swainii, Austrobuxus vieillardii, Austrobuxus dentatus, Austrobuxus celebicus, Choriceras majus, Choriceras tricorne, Dissiliaria baloghioides, Dissiliaria indistincta, Dissiliaria laxinervis, Dissiliaria muelleri, Dissiliaria surculosa, Dissiliaria tuckeri, Hyaenanche globosa, Kairothamnus phyllanthoides, Longetia buxoides, Micrantheum demissum, Micrantheum ericoides, Micrantheum hexandrum, Micrantheum serpentinum, Mischodon zeylanicus, Neoroepera banksii, Neoroepera buxifolia, Oldfieldia africana, Oldfieldia dactylophylla,

References

George Bentham (1800-1884): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Benth.' in the authors string.
Johannes Müller Argoviensis (1828-1896): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Müll.Arg.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:355063-1: Based on the initial data import