Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ranunculales
Species:
phylloptera
ID:
508528

Status:
valid

Authors:
(A.W.Hill) H.Eichler

Source:
ksu

Year:
2007

Citation Micro:
Fl. Australia 2: 459 (2007)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000507860



Common Names

  • Psychrophila phylloptera
  • Frost-Loving Psychrophila
  • Frost-Loving Leafwing


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Synonyms

  • Caltha phylloptera A.W.Hill [unknown]

Description

Psychrophila phylloptera (also called 'Cold-Leafed Plant', among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Acanthaceae family. It is native to Central and South America, and is found in tropical and subtropical forests. It is a small shrub, growing up to 1 meter in height, with dark green, glossy leaves and small white flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Psychrophila phylloptera is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used for medicinal purposes, as a food source, and as a source of timber.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Psychrophila phylloptera is white or pinkish-white, with five petals and five sepals. The seed is a small, round, black seed with a white fleshy coating. The seedlings are small and have a white fleshy coating.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Psychrophila phylloptera can be propagated through seeds or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil in a sunny location. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and planted in a well-drained soil mix. Water regularly and fertilize every two weeks.

Where to Find Psychrophila phylloptera

Psychrophila phylloptera can be found in the Andes mountains of South America.

Psychrophila phylloptera FAQ

What is the scientific name of Psychrophila phylloptera?

Psychrophila phylloptera

What type of plant is Psychrophila phylloptera?

It is a perennial herb

Where is Psychrophila phylloptera found?

It is found in the Himalayas

Species in the Ranunculaceae family

Aconitum soyaense, Aconitum abietetorum, Aconitum acutiusculum, Aconitum ajanense, Aconitum alboflavidum, Aconitum alboviolaceum, Aconitum alpino-nepalense, Aconitum ambiguum, Aconitum amplexicaule, Aconitum angulatum, Aconitum angusticassidatum, Aconitum angustifolium, Aconitum anthora, Aconitum apetalum, Aconitum aquilonare, Aconitum artemisiifolium, Aconitum assamicum, Aconitum atlanticum, Aconitum austriacum, Aconitum austrokoreense, Aconitum axilliflorum, Aconitum azumiense, Aconitum baburinii, Aconitum baicalense, Aconitum baicalense, Aconitum bailangense, Aconitum barbatum, Aconitum baumgartenianum, Aconitum berdaui, Aconitum bhedingense, Aconitum bicolor, Aconitum biflorum, Aconitum brachypodum, Aconitum bracteolatum, Aconitum brevicalcaratum, Aconitum brevilimbum, Aconitum brevipetalum, Aconitum brunneum, Aconitum bucovinense, Aconitum bujbense, Aconitum bulbilliferum, Aconitum bulleyanum, Aconitum burnatii, Aconitum calthifolium, Aconitum cammarum, Aconitum campylorrhynchum, Aconitum cannabifolium, Aconitum carmichaelii, Aconitum changianum, Aconitum charkeviczii,

References

Hansjörg Eichler (1916-1992): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.Eichler' in the authors string.
Arthur William Hill (1875-1941): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.W.Hill' in the authors string.