Status:
valid
Authors:
K.Schum.
Source:
tro
Year:
1894
Citation Micro:
Nat. Pflanzenfam. 4(3b): 226 (1894)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001214839
Common Names
- Stichadenium Pleonotoma
- Pleonotoma
- Pleonotoma stichadenium
Description
Pleonotoma stichadenium (also called Cipó-de-preguiça, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Bignoniaceae family. It is native to Brazil and Colombia, and is found in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests. It is a woody vine with pinnate leaves and white flowers.
Uses & Benefits
Pleonotoma stichadenium is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It has a long flowering period and is known for its attractive foliage.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Flower: small, white, with 4-5 petals. Seed: small, dark brown, oval shape. Seedlings: short, with small, oval-shaped leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Pleonotoma stichadenium is a small shrub native to Brazil. It can be propagated from cuttings or seeds. Cuttings should be taken from the tips of branches and planted in a moist, well-draining soil. Seeds should be sown in a warm, sunny location and kept moist until germination occurs. Once established, the plant requires little maintenance and is drought tolerant.
Where to Find Pleonotoma stichadenium
Pleonotoma stichadenium is native to the tropical and subtropical regions of the Americas.
Pleonotoma stichadenium FAQ
What is the scientific name of Pleonotoma stichadenium?
Pleonotoma stichadenium
What is the common name of Pleonotoma stichadenium?
Stichadenium Pleonotoma
What is the natural habitat of Pleonotoma stichadenium?
Tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests
Species in the Pleonotoma genus
Pleonotoma variabilis,
Pleonotoma tetraquetra,
Pleonotoma stichadenia,
Pleonotoma pavettiflora,
Pleonotoma orientalis,
Pleonotoma melioides,
Pleonotoma jasminifolia,
Pleonotoma fluminensis,
Pleonotoma dendrotricha,
Pleonotoma clematis,
Pleonotoma castelnaei,
Pleonotoma bracteata,
Pleonotoma echitidea,
Pleonotoma exserta,
Pleonotoma longiflora,
Pleonotoma fissicalyx,
Pleonotoma stichadenium,
Species in the Bignoniaceae family
Adenocalymma neoflavidum,
Adenocalymma pseudopatulum,
Adenocalymma acutissimum,
Adenocalymma apparicianum,
Adenocalymma apurense,
Adenocalymma arthropetiolatum,
Adenocalymma bracteatum,
Adenocalymma bracteolatum,
Adenocalymma bullatum,
Adenocalymma calderonii,
Adenocalymma chocoense,
Adenocalymma coriaceum,
Adenocalymma cymbalum,
Adenocalymma dichilum,
Adenocalymma divaricatum,
Adenocalymma dugandii,
Adenocalymma dusenii,
Adenocalymma flavum,
Adenocalymma fruticosum,
Adenocalymma gracielzae,
Adenocalymma hatschbachii,
Adenocalymma heterophyllum,
Adenocalymma hirtum,
Adenocalymma hypostictum,
Adenocalymma impressum,
Adenocalymma inundatum,
Adenocalymma macrophyllum,
Adenocalymma magdalenense,
Adenocalymma magnificum,
Adenocalymma marginatum,
Adenocalymma nervosum,
Adenocalymma paulistarum,
Adenocalymma prancei,
Adenocalymma salmoneum,
Adenocalymma saulense,
Adenocalymma scabriusculum,
Adenocalymma scansile,
Adenocalymma sousae,
Adenocalymma subincanum,
Adenocalymma subsessilifolium,
Adenocalymma subspicatum,
Adenocalymma tephrinocalyx,
Adenocalymma ternatum,
Adenocalymma trifoliatum,
Adenocalymma ubatubense,
Adenocalymma uleanum,
Adenocalymma cladotrichum,
Adenocalymma reticulatum,
Adenocalymma velutinum,
Adenocalymma adenophorum,