Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Species:
bracteolatum
ID:
1254356

Status:
valid

Authors:
(E.Fourn.) Fontella

Source:
tro

Year:
1994

Citation Micro:
Pabstia 5(1): 6 (1994)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001253694

Common Names

  • Petalostelma bracteolatum
  • Bracteolate Petalostelma
  • Bracted Petalostelma

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Uses & Benefits

Petalostelma bracteolatum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It has a long flowering period and is known for its showy yellow flowers.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Petalostelma bracteolatum has small, white flowers with five petals and yellow anthers. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings have long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Petalostelma bracteolatum is a shrub or small tree that can reach up to 10 m in height. It can be propagated from seeds or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, light soil mix and kept in a warm, humid environment. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood stems and rooted in a light soil mix. The cuttings should be kept in a warm, humid environment until they have rooted.

Where to Find Petalostelma bracteolatum

Petalostelma bracteolatum can be found in the tropical rainforests of South America.

Petalostelma bracteolatum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Petalostelma bracteolatum?

Petalostelma bracteolatum

What is the common name of Petalostelma bracteolatum?

Bracteolate petalostelma

What is the family of Petalostelma bracteolatum?

Malvaceae

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References

The Plant List v1.1 record tro-50172409: Based on the initial data import
Eugène Pierre Nicolas Fournier (1834-1884): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'E.Fourn.' in the authors string.
Jorge Fontella (b.1936): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Fontella' in the authors string.