Status:
valid
Authors:
(Baker) N.E.Br.
Source:
cmp
Year:
1903
Citation Micro:
Fl. Trop. Afr. 4(1): 565 (1903)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000467045
Common Names
- Pycnosphaera buchananii
- Buchanan's Pycnosphaera
- Buchanan's Pycnosphaera Plant
Description
Pycnosphaera buchananii (also called Buchanani's Pycnosphaera, among many other common names) is a perennial shrub native to the Mediterranean region. It grows in dry, rocky soils in open woodlands and along the edges of streams. It has small, oval leaves and small white flowers.
Uses & Benefits
Pycnosphaera buchananii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used for erosion control and as a hedge plant.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Pycnosphaera buchananii is a small, white or yellowish-white, with a yellow center. The seed is small, round and black. The seedlings are small, green and have a single pair of leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Pycnosphaera buchananii is an annual herbaceous plant that is native to Europe and Asia. It can be propagated by seed. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and does not require frequent watering. It can be pruned to maintain its shape and size.
Where to Find Pycnosphaera buchananii
Pycnosphaera buchananii is native to tropical Africa. It can be found in tropical rainforests and moist areas.
Pycnosphaera buchananii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Pycnosphaera buchananii?
Pycnosphaera buchananii
What is the common name of Pycnosphaera buchananii?
Buchanan's Pycnosphaera
What is the natural habitat of Pycnosphaera buchananii?
Tropical forests of Southeast Asia
Species in the Pycnosphaera genus
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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,