Status:
valid
Authors:
Adamson
Source:
wcs
Year:
1952
Citation Micro:
J. S. African Bot. 17: 127 (1952)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000817520
Common Names
- Hairy Prismatocarpus
- Pilosus Prismatocarpus
- Hairy-Flowered Prismatocarpus
Description
Prismatocarpus pilosus (also called Pilosus Prismatocarpus, among many other common names) is a species of shrub native to Central and South America. It has a short stem and its leaves are dark green, thick and leathery. It grows in humid tropical forests, at elevations of up to 1000 m.
Uses & Benefits
Prismatocarpus pilosus is used to make furniture, as firewood, and as an ornamental plant in gardens.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Prismatocarpus pilosus has small, yellowish-green flowers with a white lip. The seeds are small, round and black. The seedlings are small and have a single, long, narrow leaf.
Cultivation and Propagation
Prismatocarpus pilosus is a terrestrial orchid native to Brazil. It can be propagated by division or by seed. Cultivation is best done in a medium to bright light with temperatures ranging from 18-25°C (64-77°F). The soil should be kept moist but not soggy and fertilized every two weeks during the growing season.
Where to Find Prismatocarpus pilosus
Prismatocarpus pilosus can be found in the Mediterranean region, including in the south of France, Italy, and Spain.
Prismatocarpus pilosus FAQ
What is the scientific name of Prismatocarpus pilosus?
Prismatocarpus pilosus
What is the family of Prismatocarpus pilosus?
Campanulaceae
What is the common name of Prismatocarpus pilosus?
Hairy Wolf's Milk
Species in the Prismatocarpus genus
Prismatocarpus alpinus,
Prismatocarpus altiflorus,
Prismatocarpus brevilobus,
Prismatocarpus campanuloides,
Prismatocarpus lycioides,
Prismatocarpus lycopodioides,
Prismatocarpus nitidus,
Prismatocarpus pauciflorus,
Prismatocarpus pedunculatus,
Prismatocarpus pilosus,
Prismatocarpus lasiophyllus,
Prismatocarpus rogersii,
Prismatocarpus schlechteri,
Prismatocarpus sessilis,
Prismatocarpus spinosus,
Prismatocarpus tenellus,
Prismatocarpus tenerrimus,
Prismatocarpus cliffortioides,
Prismatocarpus cordifolius,
Prismatocarpus debilis,
Prismatocarpus decurrens,
Prismatocarpus diffusus,
Prismatocarpus fastigiatus,
Prismatocarpus hispidus,
Prismatocarpus implicatus,
Prismatocarpus fruticosus,
Prismatocarpus candolleanus,
Species in the Campanulaceae family
Adenophora amurica,
Adenophora brevidiscifera,
Adenophora capillaris,
Adenophora changaica,
Adenophora coelestis,
Adenophora contracta,
Adenophora cordifolia,
Adenophora divaricata,
Adenophora elata,
Adenophora fusifolia,
Adenophora gmelinii,
Adenophora golubinzevaeana,
Adenophora grandiflora,
Adenophora hatsushimae,
Adenophora himalayana,
Adenophora hubeiensis,
Adenophora izuensis,
Adenophora jacutica,
Adenophora jasionifolia,
Adenophora khasiana,
Adenophora lamarkii,
Adenophora liliifolia,
Adenophora liliifolioides,
Adenophora lobophylla,
Adenophora longipedicellata,
Adenophora maximowicziana,
Adenophora micrantha,
Adenophora morrisonensis,
Adenophora nikoensis,
Adenophora ningxianica,
Adenophora palustris,
Adenophora pereskiifolia,
Adenophora petiolata,
Adenophora pinifolia,
Adenophora polyantha,
Adenophora potaninii,
Adenophora probatovae,
Adenophora remotidens,
Adenophora remotiflora,
Adenophora rupestris,
Adenophora rupincola,
Adenophora sinensis,
Adenophora stenanthina,
Adenophora stenophylla,
Adenophora stricta,
Adenophora sublata,
Adenophora takedai,
Adenophora tashiroi,
Adenophora taurica,
Adenophora trachelioides,