Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Species:
ligulatus
ID:
503092

Status:
valid

Authors:
Halford & R.J.F.Hend.

Source:
wcs

Year:
2003

Citation Micro:
Austrobaileya 6: 503 (2003)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000502424



Common Names

  • Ligulatus Pineapple Cactus
  • Pseudanthus Ligulatus
  • Ligulatus Fairy Cactus


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Description

Pseudanthus ligulatus (also called Ligulatus Pseudanthus, among many other common names) is a species of flowering shrub native to the tropical forests of Central and South America. It is an evergreen shrub with leathery, glossy leaves and clusters of small white flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Pseudanthus ligulatus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Pseudanthus ligulatus sub. ligulatus
Pseudanthus ligulatus sub. volcanicus Halford & R.J.F.Hend.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Pseudanthus ligulatus is a small, white, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single, thin stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pseudanthus ligulatus is a tropical plant that prefers partial shade and moist, well-draining soil. It can be propagated by division or by stem cuttings.

Where to Find Pseudanthus ligulatus

Pseudanthus ligulatus is native to South America and can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of Brazil, Argentina, Paraguay, and Uruguay.

Pseudanthus ligulatus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pseudanthus ligulatus?

Pseudanthus ligulatus

What is the common name of Pseudanthus ligulatus?

Ligulate pseudanthus

What is the family of Pseudanthus ligulatus?

Bromeliaceae

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

Rodney Henderson (b.1938): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.J.F.Hend.' in the authors string.
David A. Halford: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Halford' in the authors string.