Petrosedum estrelae - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Saxifragales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
estrelae
ID:
1331839
Status:
valid
Authors:
Gideon F.Sm. & R.Stephenson
Source:
ipni
Year:
2015
Citation Micro:
Bradleya 33: 4 (2015)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001344293
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Petrosedum estrelae (also called 'Estrela Stonecrop', among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Crassulaceae family. It is native to Brazil, and is found in forests and thickets at elevations of 500-1,500 meters. It is an evergreen shrub that grows up to 3 meters tall, with leathery, glossy, dark green leaves and white flowers.
Uses & Benefits
Petrosedum estrelae is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating skin diseases and wounds.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Petrosedum estrelae is white, with a yellow center and a pleasant fragrance. The seed is small and round, with a blackish-brown color. The seedlings are small and have a dark green color.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Petrosedum estrelae is a succulent that is native to Brazil. It can be propagated from cuttings taken in spring or summer. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -5°C (23°F).
Where to Find Petrosedum estrelae
Petrosedum estrelae is found in the tropical rainforest of Brazil.
Petrosedum estrelae FAQ
What is the scientific name of Petrosedum estrelae?
Petrosedum estrelae
What is the common name of Petrosedum estrelae?
Petrosedum estrelae
What is the family of Petrosedum estrelae?
Crassulaceae
Species in the Petrosedum genus
Petrosedum pruinatum, Petrosedum tenuifolium, Petrosedum sediforme, Petrosedum orientale, Petrosedum montanum, Petrosedum luteolum, Petrosedum forsterianum, Petrosedum erectum, Petrosedum amplexicaule, Petrosedum rupestre, Petrosedum hommelsii, Petrosedum lorenzoi, Petrosedum affomarcoi, Petrosedum ochroleucum, Petrosedum brevierei, Petrosedum henkii, Petrosedum pascalianum, Petrosedum dianium, Petrosedum albescens, Petrosedum estrelae, Petrosedum monteferraticum, Petrosedum elaverinum, Petrosedum subulatum, Petrosedum bellardii,
Species in the Crassulaceae family
Adromischus alstonii, Adromischus bicolor, Adromischus caryophyllaceus, Adromischus cooperi, Adromischus cristatus, Adromischus diabolicus, Adromischus fallax, Adromischus filicaulis, Adromischus hemisphericus, Adromischus humilis, Adromischus inamoenus, Adromischus leucophyllus, Adromischus liebenbergii, Adromischus maculatus, Adromischus mammillaris, Adromischus marianae, Adromischus maximus, Adromischus montium-klinghardtii, Adromischus nanus, Adromischus phillipsiae, Adromischus roaneanus, Adromischus schuldtianus, Adromischus sphenophyllus, Adromischus subdistichus, Adromischus subviridis, Adromischus triflorus, Adromischus trigynus, Adromischus umbraticola, Adromischus coleorum, Adromischus cooperi, Adromischus montium-klinghardtii, Adromischus triflorus, Aeonium loartei, Aeonium uhlii, Aeonium aguajilvense, Aeonium aizoon, Aeonium anagense, Aeonium anagensis, Aeonium appendiculatum, Aeonium arboreum, Aeonium aureum, Aeonium balsamiferum, Aeonium barbatum, Aeonium beltranii, Aeonium bollei, Aeonium burchardii, Aeonium canariense, Aeonium castellodecorum, Aeonium castello-paivae, Aeonium ciliatum,
References
Gideon Francois Smith (b.1955): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Gideon F.Sm.' in the authors string.
Ray Stephenson: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.Stephenson' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:77151363-1: Based on the initial data import