Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Rosales
Family:
Species:
longifolium
ID:
395559

Status:
valid

Authors:
A.C.Church

Source:
ksu

Year:
1998

Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 53(1): 232. 1998 [2 Apr 1998]

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000394891



Common Names

  • Poikilospermum longifolium
  • Long-Leaved Poikilospermum
  • Longifolium Poikilospermum


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Description

Poikilospermum longifolium (also called Poikilospermum longifolium, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the tropical regions of South America. It is a member of the family Melastomataceae and is found in humid and wet forests, as well as in disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Poikilospermum longifolium is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Poikilospermum longifolium has small, yellow flowers with five petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are thin and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Poikilospermum longifolium is an evergreen shrub that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It is best grown in well-drained, moist, fertile soil in full sun or partial shade. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures as low as -5°C (23°F). Prune in late winter or early spring to maintain a compact shape.

Where to Find Poikilospermum longifolium

Poikilospermum longifolium can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of Africa, Asia, and the Americas.

Poikilospermum longifolium FAQ

What is the scientific name of Poikilospermum longifolium?

Poikilospermum longifolium

What is the common name of Poikilospermum longifolium?

Longifolium Poikilospermum

What is the natural habitat of Poikilospermum longifolium?

Poikilospermum longifolium is found in the tropical rainforests of Central and South America

Species in the Urticaceae family

Archiboehmeria atrata, Astrothalamus reticulatus, Australina flaccida, Australina pusilla, Australina pusilla, Boehmeria aspera, Boehmeria balslevii, Boehmeria beyeri, Boehmeria brevirostris, Boehmeria bullata, Boehmeria burgeriana, Boehmeria caudata, Boehmeria celtidifolia, Boehmeria clidemioides, Boehmeria conica, Boehmeria cylindrica, Boehmeria densiflora, Boehmeria depauperata, Boehmeria didymogyne, Boehmeria dura, Boehmeria egregia, Boehmeria excelsa, Boehmeria grandis, Boehmeria hamiltoniana, Boehmeria helferi, Boehmeria heterophylla, Boehmeria holosericea, Boehmeria japonica, Boehmeria kiusiana, Boehmeria kurzii, Boehmeria lanceolata, Boehmeria martii, Boehmeria multiflora, Boehmeria nakashimae, Boehmeria nivea, Boehmeria ourantha, Boehmeria pavonii, Boehmeria penduliflora, Boehmeria pilosiuscula, Boehmeria platanifolia, Boehmeria polystachya, Boehmeria radiata, Boehmeria ramiflora, Boehmeria repens, Boehmeria rugosissima, Boehmeria siamensis, Boehmeria sieboldiana, Boehmeria spicigera, Boehmeria splitgerbera, Boehmeria ternifolia,

References

Alison Cameron Church (b.1966): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.C.Church' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:1000390-1: Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.