Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Sapindales
Family:
Species:
pennatifolius
ID:
471951

Status:
valid

Authors:
Lem.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1853

Citation Micro:
Jard. FIeur. 3: t. 263 (1853)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000471283



Common Names

  • Pilocarpus pennatifolius
  • Pennatifolius Pilocarpus
  • Pilocarpus


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Synonyms

  • Pilocarpus pennatifolius pilosus Kaastra [unknown]
  • Pilocarpus simplex Baill. [unknown]
  • Pilocarpus trijugatus Lem. [unknown]
  • Pilocarpus selloanus Engl. [unknown]
  • Pilocarpus pennatifolius intermedius Hassl. [unknown]
  • Pilocarpus selloanus gracilis Chodat & Hassl. [unknown]
  • Pilocarpus selloanus brevipedicellata Chodat & Hassl. [unknown]
  • Pilocarpus pennatifolius selloanus Hassl. [unknown]
  • Pilocarpus pennatifolius latifoliolatus Hassl. [unknown]
  • Pilocarpus pennatifolius gracilis Hassl. [unknown]
  • Pilocarpus pennatifolius brasilieensis Hassl. [unknown]
  • Pilocarpus pennatifolius paraguariensis Hassl. [unknown]
  • Pilocarpus pennatifolius pennatifolius [unknown]
  • Pilocarpus pennatifolius bracteolatus Hassl. [deprecated]

Description

Pilocarpus pennatifolius (also called Featherleaf Pilocarpus, among many other common names) is a small shrub native to South America. It has small, oval leaves and yellow flowers. It grows in wet forests and woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Pilocarpus pennatifolius is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments such as fever, coughs, and colds.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Pilocarpus pennatifolius has white flowers with yellow anthers. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have long, thin leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pilocarpus pennatifolius is a fast-growing, evergreen, perennial shrub that can be propagated by cuttings or by layering. It prefers a warm, humid climate and full sun. It can be grown in containers or in the ground. It requires regular watering and fertilizing. Pruning is necessary to keep the plant in shape and to encourage new growth.

Where to Find Pilocarpus pennatifolius

Pilocarpus pennatifolius can be found in South America, Central America, and the Caribbean.

Pilocarpus pennatifolius FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pilocarpus pennatifolius?

Pilocarpus pennatifolius

Where is Pilocarpus pennatifolius found?

Pilocarpus pennatifolius is found in the Himalayas, China, and Taiwan.

What are the uses of Pilocarpus pennatifolius?

Pilocarpus pennatifolius is used in traditional Chinese medicine for treating fever, headache, and other ailments.

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