Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Species:
brevistyla
ID:
276945

Status:
valid

Authors:
Omino

Source:
wcs

Year:
1996

Citation Micro:
Wageningen Agric. Univ. Pap. 96(1): 139 (1996)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000276277

Common Names

  • Brevistyla Pleiocarpa
  • Brevistyla Spur Flower
  • Brevistyla's Pleiocarpa

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Description

Pleiocarpa brevistyla (also called 'Short-Styled Pleiocarpa', among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree in the family Sapindaceae. It is native to tropical Africa and is found in moist, shady habitats. It has ovate to lanceolate leaves and small, white flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Pleiocarpa brevistyla is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and its wood is used in furniture and construction.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Pleiocarpa brevistyla is a small, white, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, glossy seed. The seedling is a small, green, upright plant with two lobed leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pleiocarpa brevistyla is a slow-growing, evergreen shrub that prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is usually done by cuttings, which should be taken in the spring or summer. The cuttings should be about 4-6 inches long and should be placed in a moist, well-draining medium such as sand or perlite. Keep the cuttings in a warm, sunny location and water regularly. Once the cuttings have rooted, they can be transplanted into individual containers.

Where to Find Pleiocarpa brevistyla

Pleiocarpa brevistyla is native to the tropical rainforests of Central and South America.

Pleiocarpa brevistyla FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pleiocarpa brevistyla?

Pleiocarpa brevistyla

What is the common name of Pleiocarpa brevistyla?

Short-styled Pleiocarpa

What is the natural habitat of Pleiocarpa brevistyla?

Forests and grasslands

Species in the Apocynaceae family

Acokanthera laevigata, Acokanthera oblongifolia, Acokanthera oppositifolia, Acokanthera rotundata, Acokanthera schimperi, Adenium boehmianum, Adenium multiflorum, Adenium obesum, Adenium oleifolium, Adenium swazicum, Adenium dhofarense, Aganosma breviloba, Aganosma cymosa, Aganosma gracilis, Aganosma lacei, Aganosma petelotii, Aganosma schlechteriana, Aganosma siamensis, Aganosma wallichii, Aganosma heynei, Alafia alba, Alafia barteri, Alafia benthamii, Alafia berrieri, Alafia calophylla, Alafia caudata, Alafia erythrophthalma, Alafia falcata, Alafia fuscata, Alafia insularis, Alafia intermedia, Alafia landolphioides, Alafia lucida, Alafia microstylis, Alafia multiflora, Alafia nigrescens, Alafia orientalis, Alafia parciflora, Alafia pauciflora, Alafia perrieri, Alafia schumannii, Alafia thouarsii, Alafia vallium, Alafia verschuereni, Alafia whytei, Alafia zambesiaca, Allamanda calcicola, Allamanda angustifolia, Allamanda blanchetii, Allamanda cathartica,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-158929: Based on the initial data import
Elizabeth Omino (b.1962): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Omino' in the authors string.