Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Species:
flavum
ID:
279629

Status:
valid

Authors:
Brandegee

Source:
wcs

Year:
1914

Citation Micro:
Univ. Calif. Publ. Bot. 6: 69 (1914)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000278961



Common Names

  • Plocaniophyllon flavum
  • Flavum Plocaniophyllon
  • Plocaniophyllon Flavum


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Synonyms

  • Deppea flava (Brandegee) L.O.Williams [valid]

Description

Plocaniophyllon flavum (also called Yellow-flowered Plocaniophyllon, among many other common names) is a shrub native to South America. It has a spreading, bushy habit and small, yellow flowers. Its leaves are simple, opposite, and lanceolate. It is found in tropical and subtropical forests, as well as in disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Plocaniophyllon flavum is used as an ornamental plant, and its fruits are edible and can be used to make jams and jellies. Its leaves can be used to make a tea that is said to have medicinal properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Plocaniophyllon flavum has yellow flowers with white anthers. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings have a single pair of opposite leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Plocaniophyllon flavum can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and rooted in a moist soil mix. Both methods should be kept in a warm, humid environment with indirect sunlight.

Where to Find Plocaniophyllon flavum

Plocaniophyllon flavum can be found in the Mediterranean region, from Portugal to Turkey.

Plocaniophyllon flavum FAQ

What is the natural habitat of Plocaniophyllon flavum?

Plocaniophyllon flavum is native to the Atlantic Forest of Brazil.

What is the size of Plocaniophyllon flavum?

Plocaniophyllon flavum is a small tree, usually growing up to 8 meters in height.

What are the flowers of Plocaniophyllon flavum like?

The flowers of Plocaniophyllon flavum are white and have five petals.

Species in the Plocaniophyllon genus

Species in the Rubiaceae family

Acranthera abbreviata, Acranthera anamallica, Acranthera athroophlebia, Acranthera atropella, Acranthera aurantiaca, Acranthera axilliflora, Acranthera bullata, Acranthera capitata, Acranthera ceylanica, Acranthera didymocarpa, Acranthera endertii, Acranthera frutescens, Acranthera grandiflora, Acranthera hallieri, Acranthera hirtostipula, Acranthera involucrata, Acranthera johannis-winkleri, Acranthera lanceolata, Acranthera longipes, Acranthera longipetiolata, Acranthera maculata, Acranthera megaphylla, Acranthera monantha, Acranthera nieuwenhuisii, Acranthera ophiorhizoides, Acranthera parviflora, Acranthera philippensis, Acranthera ruttenii, Acranthera salmonea, Acranthera siamensis, Acranthera siliquosa, Acranthera simalurensis, Acranthera sinensis, Acranthera strigosa, Acranthera tomentosa, Acranthera variegata, Acranthera velutinervia, Acranthera yatesii, Acranthera philippinensis, Acranthera burmanica, Acranthera virescens, Acranthera hoangii, Acranthera collina, Acrobotrys discolor, Acrosynanthus jamaicensis, Acrosynanthus latifolius, Acrosynanthus minor, Acrosynanthus ovatus, Acrosynanthus parvifolius, Acrosynanthus revolutus,

References