Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Genus:
Species:
pusillum
ID:
684833

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Lam.) Caruel

Source:
cmp

Year:
1886

Citation Micro:
Fl. Ital. 6: 743 (1886)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000684166

Common Names

  • Pusillum Exaculum
  • Tiny Exaculum
  • Pusillum Exaculum

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Description

Exaculum pusillum (also called Dwarf Exaculum, among many other common names) is a small, evergreen shrub with glossy, dark green leaves and white, star-shaped flowers. Native to East Asia, it is found in forests, woodlands, and along roadsides.

Uses & Benefits

Exaculum pusillum is a popular ornamental plant, often used in gardens and landscapes. It is also known for its medicinal properties, including its ability to treat fever, headaches, and digestive issues.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Exaculum pusillum has white, star-shaped flowers with a yellow center. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small and thin with a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Exaculum pusillum is an evergreen shrub that can be grown in full sun to partial shade. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and can tolerate some drought. Propagate by seed or cuttings.

Where to Find Exaculum pusillum

Exaculum pusillum can be found in the wild in China and Japan.

Exaculum pusillum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Exaculum pusillum?

Exaculum pusillum

What are the common names of Exaculum pusillum?

Dwarf exaculum

What is the growth habit of Exaculum pusillum?

Exaculum pusillum is an evergreen shrub

Species in the Exaculum genus

Species in the Gentianaceae family

Adenolisianthus arboreus, Anthocleista amplexicaulis, Anthocleista djalonensis, Anthocleista grandiflora, Anthocleista inermis, Anthocleista laxiflora, Anthocleista liebrechtsiana, Anthocleista longifolia, Anthocleista madagascariensis, Anthocleista microphylla, Anthocleista nobilis, Anthocleista obanensis, Anthocleista procera, Anthocleista scandens, Anthocleista schweinfurthii, Anthocleista vogelii, Anthocleista potalioides, Aripuana cullmaniorum, Bartonia paniculata, Bartonia verna, Bartonia virginica, Bisgoeppertia robustior, Bisgoeppertia gracilis, Bisgoeppertia scandens, Blackstonia acuminata, Blackstonia grandiflora, Blackstonia imperfoliata, Blackstonia perfoliata, Calolisianthus amplissimus, Calolisianthus pedunculatus, Canscora alata, Canscora andrographioides, Canscora concanensis, Canscora diffusa, Canscora heteroclita, Canscora macrocalyx, Canscora pauciflora, Canscora perfoliata, Canscora roxburghii, Canscora schultesii, Canscora stricta, Canscora bidoupensis, Canscora bhatiana, Canscora shrirangiana, Canscora ciathula, Canscora tetraptera, Celiantha bella, Celiantha chimantensis, Celiantha imthurniana, Centaurium ameghinoi,

References

Théodore Caruel (1830-1898): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Caruel' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:367448-1: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.