Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Sapindales
Family:
Species:
spicatus
ID:
1133592

Status:
valid

Authors:
A.St.-Hil.

Source:
tro

Year:
1823

Citation Micro:
Bull. Sci. Soc. Philom. Paris 1823: 131 (1823)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001132930



Common Names

  • Pilocarpus spicatus
  • Spiked Pilocarpus
  • Spiked-leaved Pilocarpus


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Description

Pilocarpus spicatus (also called Spiked Pilocarpus, among many other common names) is a small tree or shrub native to the tropical and subtropical regions of South America. It has a short, thick trunk and small, glossy leaves. It grows in open woodlands and savannas.

Uses & Benefits

Pilocarpus spicatus is used for its wood, which is used in carpentry and for making furniture. It is also used as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Pilocarpus spicatus var. lealii (Machado) Kaastra
Pilocarpus spicatus sub. longeracemosus (Mart. ex Engl.) Kaastra
Pilocarpus spicatus sub. aracatensis Kaastra

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Pilocarpus spicatus are small and white. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are thin and have small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pilocarpus spicatus is a shrub or small tree that can grow up to 4 m tall. It is propagated by seed or cuttings. The seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood and placed in a moist, well-drained medium. It is best grown in full sun in a sheltered position.

Where to Find Pilocarpus spicatus

Pilocarpus spicatus can be found in the tropical regions of South America, particularly in Brazil, Peru, and Bolivia.

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