Pleodendron ekmanii - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Canellales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
ekmanii
ID:
396159
Status:
valid
Authors:
Urb.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1929
Citation Micro:
Ark. Bot. 22A(8): 75 (1929)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000395491
Common Names
- Large-flowered Pleodendron
- Macranthous Pleodendron
- Ekman's Pleodendron
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Pleodendron ekmanii (also called Ekman's Pleodendron, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Araceae. It is native to the tropical rainforests of the Amazon Basin in South America. It is an epiphytic plant, meaning it grows on other plants, and is often found on the trunks of trees in humid, shady areas.
Uses & Benefits
Pleodendron ekmanii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used in rock gardens. It is attractive to bees and butterflies and is drought-tolerant.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Pleodendron ekmanii is a small, white, five-petalled flower with a yellow center. The seed is a small, dark brown, ovoid seed. The seedlings are small, with a single pair of leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Pleodendron ekmanii is a perennial plant that can be propagated by division or by seed. It prefers full sun to partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. It can tolerate some drought but performs best with regular watering. Deadheading spent flowers will encourage more blooms.
Where to Find Pleodendron ekmanii
Pleodendron ekmanii is native to tropical Africa and can be found in moist, shady areas.
Pleodendron ekmanii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Pleodendron ekmanii?
Pleodendron ekmanii
What is the common name of Pleodendron ekmanii?
Ekman's pleodendron
What is the natural habitat of Pleodendron ekmanii?
It is native to tropical Africa
Species in the Pleodendron genus
Species in the Canellaceae family
Canella winterana, Cinnamodendron angustifolium, Cinnamodendron axillare, Cinnamodendron corticosum, Cinnamodendron cubense, Cinnamodendron dinisii, Cinnamodendron ekmanii, Cinnamodendron sampaioanum, Cinnamodendron tenuifolium, Cinnamodendron venezuelense, Cinnamodendron occhionianum, Cinnamosma fragrans, Cinnamosma macrocarpa, Cinnamosma madagascariensis, Pleodendron macranthum, Pleodendron ekmanii, Pleodendron costaricense, Warburgia salutaris, Warburgia stuhlmannii, Warburgia ugandensis, Warburgia elongata,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2409483: Based on the initial data import
Ignatz Urban (1848-1931): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Urb.' in the authors string.