Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Sapindales
Family:
Species:
alatus
ID:
1248037

Status:
valid

Authors:
C.J.Joseph ex Skorupa

Source:
tro

Year:
1998

Citation Micro:
Novon 8(4): 447. 1998

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001247375



Common Names

  • Pilocarpus alatus
  • Winged Pilocarpus
  • Alatus Pilocarpus


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Description

Pilocarpus alatus (also called Jaborandi, among many other common names) is a shrub native to tropical regions of South America. It is a woody shrub that grows in tropical forests and is characterized by its large, leathery leaves and small, white flowers. The fruits are small, round capsules.

Uses & Benefits

Pilocarpus alatus is a species of flowering shrub native to Central and South America. It is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and can be used to attract butterflies and hummingbirds.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Pilocarpus alatus is a small, yellow, five-petalled spike. The seed is a small, black, round spore. The seedlings are small, green, and have five leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pilocarpus alatus is a shrub that can be propagated from cuttings or seeds. Cuttings should be taken from the tips of the branches and planted in a well-draining soil mix. Seeds should be sown in a light, sandy soil and kept moist until germination. The seedlings should be transplanted to individual pots when they are large enough to handle.

Where to Find Pilocarpus alatus

Pilocarpus alatus is native to South America and can be found in the Amazon basin.

Pilocarpus alatus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pilocarpus alatus?

Pilocarpus alatus

What is the common name of Pilocarpus alatus?

Winged Pilocarpus

What is the natural habitat of Pilocarpus alatus?

Tropical and subtropical dry forests, tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests, tropical and subtropical moist montane forests

Species in the Rutaceae family

Acmadenia alternifolia, Acmadenia argillophila, Acmadenia baileyensis, Acmadenia bodkinii, Acmadenia burchellii, Acmadenia candida, Acmadenia densifolia, Acmadenia faucitincta, Acmadenia flaccida, Acmadenia fruticosa, Acmadenia gracilis, Acmadenia heterophylla, Acmadenia kiwanensis, Acmadenia latifolia, Acmadenia laxa, Acmadenia macradenia, Acmadenia macropetala, Acmadenia maculata, Acmadenia matroosbergensis, Acmadenia mundiana, Acmadenia nivea, Acmadenia nivenii, Acmadenia obtusata, Acmadenia patentifolia, Acmadenia rourkeana, Acmadenia rupicola, Acmadenia sheilae, Acmadenia tenax, Acmadenia teretifolia, Acmadenia tetracarpellata, Acmadenia tetragona, Acmadenia trigona, Acmadenia tenax, Acmadenia argillophila, Acmadenia macradenia, Acmadenia teretifolia, Acmadenia wittebergensis, Acradenia euodiiformis, Acradenia frankliniae, Acronychia richards-beehleri, Acronychia aberrans, Acronychia acidula, Acronychia acronychioides, Acronychia acuminata, Acronychia arfakensis, Acronychia baeuerlenii, Acronychia brassii, Acronychia carrii, Acronychia cartilaginea, Acronychia chooreechillum,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record tro-50141369: Based on the initial data import
Ladislau Araújo Skorupa (b.1963): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Skorupa' in the authors string.
C.J. Joseph (b.1967): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.J.Joseph' in the authors string.