Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Species:
orbicularis
ID:
503104

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Müll.Arg.) Halford & R.J.F.Hend.

Source:
wcs

Year:
2003

Citation Micro:
Austrobaileya 6: 507 (2003)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000502436



Common Names

  • Pseudanthus orbicularis
  • Round-Leaf Pseudanthus
  • Round-Leaf False Sophora


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Synonyms

  • Pseudanthus divaricatissimus orbiculare (Müll.Arg.) Benth. [unknown]
  • Caletia divaricatissima orbicularis Müll.Arg. [unknown]
  • Caletia orientalis orbicularis (Müll.Arg.) Baill. [unknown]

Description

Pseudanthus orbicularis (also called Round-leaved False Heather, among many other common names) is a shrub native to Australia. It grows up to 2m tall with a trunk up to 0.3m in diameter. It is found in moist forests, thickets, and along streams.

Uses & Benefits

Pseudanthus orbicularis is used as an ornamental plant and as a medicinal plant for treating fever, diarrhea, and dysentery.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Pseudanthus orbicularis has white flowers, with seed pods that contain small, black seeds. The seedlings are small and have a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pseudanthus orbicularis is a small epiphytic orchid that grows up to 1 meter in height. It is best propagated by division or by seed. Division should be done in spring or early summer and the divisions should be planted in a well-drained soil mix. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer and should be kept moist until germination occurs. The plant prefers bright, indirect light and should be watered regularly.

Where to Find Pseudanthus orbicularis

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

Pseudanthus orbicularis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pseudanthus orbicularis?

Pseudanthus orbicularis

What is the common name of Pseudanthus orbicularis?

Orbicular pseudanthus

What is the family of Pseudanthus orbicularis?

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.
Johannes Müller Argoviensis (1828-1896): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Müll.Arg.' in the authors string.
David A. Halford: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Halford' in the authors string.