Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Species:
disciforme
ID:
485592

Status:
valid

Authors:
C.J.Mathew & Nileena

Source:
ksu

Year:
2003

Citation Micro:
Pl. Syst. Evol. 237: 211 (2003)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000484924



Common Names

  • Disciforme Polypleurum
  • Disciforme Polypleurum Protea
  • Disciforme Polypleurum Sugarbush


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Description

Polypleurum disciforme (also called Disciform Polypleurum, among many other common names) is a herbaceous perennial that grows up to 1 m tall. It is native to Angola, Namibia, and Zimbabwe, and is found in dry savanna and woodland habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Polypleurum disciforme is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used for its medicinal properties to treat fever, cough, and colds.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Polypleurum disciforme has small, white flowers with yellow anthers. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Polypleurum disciforme is a small, evergreen shrub that grows up to 2 feet tall and wide. It has long, narrow leaves that are up to 8 inches long. The flowers are small and white, and they appear in clusters at the tips of the stems. It is native to South Africa and is hardy in USDA zones 9-11. It prefers full sun to partial shade and well-drained soil. Propagation is done by seed or cuttings.

Where to Find Polypleurum disciforme

Polypleurum disciforme can be found in South America.

Polypleurum disciforme FAQ

What is the scientific name of Polypleurum disciforme?

Polypleurum disciforme

What type of plant is Polypleurum disciforme?

It is a herb

Where is Polypleurum disciforme found?

It is found in Thailand

Species in the Podostemaceae family

Angolaea fluitans, Apinagia aripecuruensis, Apinagia arminensis, Apinagia batrachifolia, Apinagia boliviana, Apinagia brevicaulis, Apinagia crispa, Apinagia digitata, Apinagia dissecta, Apinagia divaricata, Apinagia fimbrifolia, Apinagia flexuosa, Apinagia fluitans, Apinagia fucoides, Apinagia gardneriana, Apinagia glaziovii, Apinagia goejei, Apinagia guairaensis, Apinagia guyanensis, Apinagia hulkiana, Apinagia itanensis, Apinagia kochii, Apinagia latifolia, Apinagia leptophylla, Apinagia longifolia, Apinagia marowynensis, Apinagia membranacea, Apinagia minor, Apinagia multibranchiata, Apinagia parvifolia, Apinagia petiolata, Apinagia platystigma, Apinagia pusilla, Apinagia rangiferina, Apinagia richardiana, Apinagia ruppioides, Apinagia spruceana, Apinagia staheliana, Apinagia surumuensis, Apinagia tenuifolia, Apinagia treslingiana, Apinagia versteegiana, Apinagia brejoagrestinensis, Autana andersonii, Castelnavia noveloi, Castelnavia cuneifolia, Castelnavia fimbriata, Castelnavia fluitans, Castelnavia lindmaniana, Castelnavia monandra,

References

C.J. Mathew: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.J.Mathew' in the authors string.
C.B. Nileena: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Nileena' in the authors string.