Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Species:
rhizophorae
ID:
1142829

Status:
valid

Authors:
Planch. & Triana

Source:
tro

Year:
1862

Citation Micro:
Ann. Sci. Nat., Bot. , sér. 4, 17: 381 (1862)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001142167



Common Names

  • Pelliciera rhizophorae
  • Mangrove Pelliciera
  • Rhizophorae Pelliciera


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Description

Pelliciera rhizophorae (also called Mangrove Pelliciera, among many other common names) is a small tree or shrub native to the Caribbean and Central America. It has opposite, simple leaves with white veins and small, white flowers. It is found in mangrove swamps and other wetland habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Pelliciera rhizophorae is a popular ornamental plant, often used for landscaping and as a houseplant. It has attractive foliage and produces small white flowers.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Pelliciera rhizophorae has small, yellow-green flowers that are borne in panicles. The flowers are followed by small, round, black fruits that contain a single seed. The seedlings are small and have a single, upright stem with two needle-like leaves.

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Where to Find Pelliciera rhizophorae

Pelliciera rhizophorae is native to the Caribbean and South America. It can be found in tropical and subtropical forests.

Species in the Pelliciera genus

Species in the Tetrameristaceae family

References

The Plant List v1.1 record tro-31600185: Based on the initial data import
José Jerónimo Triana (1828-1890): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Triana' in the authors string.
Jules Émile Planchon (1823-1888): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Planch.' in the authors string.