Psammisia micrantha - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
(A.C.Sm.) Luteyn
Source:
tro
Year:
1983
Citation Micro:
Fl. Neotrop. Monogr. 35: 270 (1983)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001240372
Common Names
- Psammisia micrantha
- Small-flowered Psammisia
- Small-flowered False-mallow
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Psammisia micrantha (also called Small-flowered Psammisia, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Bignoniaceae family. It is an evergreen shrub with ovate-shaped leaves and small white flowers. It is native to Central and South America, and is found in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests.
Uses & Benefits
Psammisia micrantha is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. Its attractive foliage and bright flowers make it a popular choice for gardeners.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Psammisia micrantha is a small, white to pinkish-purple, with five petals and a yellow center. Its seeds are small and black, and its seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Psammisia micrantha is a perennial plant that is easy to propagate from seed or division. It can be grown in full sun to partial shade and prefers moist, well-drained soils. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost. It can be propagated by division or by taking stem cuttings in spring or summer.
Where to Find Psammisia micrantha
Psammisia micrantha is native to Mexico and Central America. It can be found in moist, shady areas in tropical and subtropical climates.
Psammisia micrantha FAQ
What is the scientific name of Psammisia micrantha?
Psammisia micrantha
What is the common name of Psammisia micrantha?
Small-Flowered Psammisia
What is the family of Psammisia micrantha?
Bignoniaceae
Species in the Psammisia genus
Psammisia aberrans, Psammisia aestuans, Psammisia amazonica, Psammisia aurantiaca, Psammisia breviflora, Psammisia caloneura, Psammisia chionantha, Psammisia citrina, Psammisia coarctata, Psammisia columbiensis, Psammisia corallina, Psammisia coriacea, Psammisia cuatrecasasii, Psammisia cuyujensis, Psammisia cyathifera, Psammisia darienensis, Psammisia debilis, Psammisia dolichopoda, Psammisia ecuadorensis, Psammisia elegans, Psammisia falcata, Psammisia fallax, Psammisia ferruginea, Psammisia fissilis, Psammisia flaviflora, Psammisia globosa, Psammisia graebneriana, Psammisia grandiflora, Psammisia guianensis, Psammisia hookeriana, Psammisia idalima, Psammisia incana, Psammisia killipii, Psammisia kraenzliniana, Psammisia lanceolata, Psammisia lehmannii, Psammisia longicaulis, Psammisia longicola, Psammisia macrocalyx, Psammisia macrophylla, Psammisia mediobullata, Psammisia micrantha, Psammisia montana, Psammisia multijuga, Psammisia oblongifolia, Psammisia occidentalis, Psammisia oppositiflora, Psammisia oreogenes, Psammisia orientalis, Psammisia orthoneura,
Species in the Ericaceae family
References
Albert Charles Smith (1906-1999): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.C.Sm.' in the authors string.
James Leonard Luteyn (b.1948): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Luteyn' in the authors string.