Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
grandiflora
ID:
1320280

Status:
valid

Authors:
Swenson & Munzinger

Source:
ipni

Year:
2012

Citation Micro:
Austral. Syst. Bot. 25: 44 (2012)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001332734



Common Names

  • Pichonia grandiflora
  • Grandiflora Pichonia
  • Grandiflora Pichonia


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Description

Pichonia grandiflora (also called Large-flowered Pichonia, among many other common names) is a shrub with a white flower. It is native to Central America and is found in dry grasslands, open woodlands and scrublands.

Uses & Benefits

Pichonia grandiflora is used in traditional medicine for treating fever, headache, and skin diseases. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Pichonia grandiflora is yellow in colour and has a tubular corolla. The seeds are small, black and glossy. The seedlings are small and have a single, oval-shaped cotyledon.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pichonia grandiflora is a hardy, evergreen perennial that grows best in full sun or partial shade. It can be propagated from seed or by division. Seeds should be sown in spring or summer in a well-drained potting mix and kept moist until germination. Once the seedlings have established, they can be transplanted into the garden. Division of the clumps can also be done in spring or summer.

Where to Find Pichonia grandiflora

Pichonia grandiflora can be found in the Mediterranean region, including Spain, France, Italy, and Greece.

Pichonia grandiflora FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pichonia grandiflora?

Pichonia grandiflora

What type of plant is Pichonia grandiflora?

Herb

Where is Pichonia grandiflora found?

China

Species in the Sapotaceae family

Afrosersalisia rwandensis, Amorphospermum antilogum, Argania spinosa, Aubregrinia taiensis, Aulandra beccarii, Aulandra cauliflora, Aulandra longifolia, Autranella congolensis, Baillonella toxisperma, Beccariella balansana, Beccariella crebrifolia, Beccariella lasiantha, Beccariella novocaledonica, Beccariella xerocarpa, Beccariella brownlessiana, Boerlagella spectabilis, Breviea sericea, Burckella banikiensis, Burckella erythrophylla, Burckella fijiensis, Burckella hillii, Burckella macropoda, Burckella magusum, Burckella obovata, Burckella parvifolia, Burckella polymera, Burckella poolei, Burckella richii, Burckella sorei, Burckella thurstonii, Capurodendron androyense, Capurodendron ankaranense, Capurodendron antongiliense, Capurodendron apollonioides, Capurodendron bakeri, Capurodendron costatum, Capurodendron delphinense, Capurodendron gracilifolium, Capurodendron greveanum, Capurodendron ludiifolium, Capurodendron madagascariense, Capurodendron mandrarense, Capurodendron microphyllum, Capurodendron nodosum, Capurodendron perrieri, Capurodendron pervillei, Capurodendron pseudoterminalia, Capurodendron rubrocostatum, Capurodendron rufescens, Capurodendron sakalavum,

References

Ulf Swenson (b.1959): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Swenson' in the authors string.
Jérôme Munzinger: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Munzinger' in the authors string.