Semiramisia pulcherrima - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
pulcherrima
ID:
1047828
Status:
valid
Authors:
A.C.Sm.
Source:
tro
Year:
1943
Citation Micro:
J. Arnold Arbor. 24: 461 (1943)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001047166
Common Names
- Beautiful Semiramisia
- Pulcherrima Semiramisia
- Semiramisia pulcherrima
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Semiramisia pulcherrima (also called 'Pulcherrima Semiramisia', among many other common names) is a shrub native to the Caribbean, Central America, and South America. It grows in tropical and subtropical climates, and prefers moist, well-drained soils in full sun or partial shade.
Uses & Benefits
Semiramisia pulcherrima is used as an ornamental plant due to its attractive foliage and flowers. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating fever, headaches, and stomach aches.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Semiramisia pulcherrima has small white flowers that are borne in clusters. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have long, thin stems.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Semiramisia pulcherrima is a small, evergreen shrub native to the Caribbean. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun to partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant once established and can tolerate temperatures down to 25°F (-4°C).
Where to Find Semiramisia pulcherrima
Semiramisia pulcherrima is native to the tropical forests of Central and South America.
Species in the Semiramisia genus
Species in the Ericaceae family
References
Albert Charles Smith (1906-1999): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.C.Sm.' in the authors string.