Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Family:
Species:
neglectum
ID:
284561

Status:
valid

Authors:
Bisse

Source:
wcs

Year:
1975

Citation Micro:
Ciencias (Havana), Ser. 10 , 1: 19 (1975)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000283893

Common Names

  • Pseudocarpidium neglectum
  • Neglectum Pseudocarpidium
  • Pseudocarpidium

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Description

Pseudocarpidium neglectum (also called Neglected False Mallow, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Malvaceae family. It is native to the Caribbean, Central America, and northern South America. It is found in tropical and subtropical dry forests, tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests, and tropical and subtropical moist montane forests.

Uses & Benefits

Pseudocarpidium neglectum is used in traditional medicine to treat fever, headaches, and stomach aches. It is also used as an ornamental plant for its beautiful flowers.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Pseudocarpidium neglectum is white and tubular, with a yellow throat. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small and green with long, thin stems.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pseudocarpidium neglectum is propagated by division and seed. It is a warm-growing epiphyte that requires bright light and good air circulation. It should be grown in a well-draining medium, such as a mixture of bark and perlite, and watered regularly.

Where to Find Pseudocarpidium neglectum

Pseudocarpidium neglectum is native to the tropical and subtropical regions of Central and South America.

Pseudocarpidium neglectum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pseudocarpidium neglectum?

Pseudocarpidium neglectum

What is the family of Pseudocarpidium neglectum?

Asteraceae

What is the native range of Pseudocarpidium neglectum?

Mexico

Species in the Lamiaceae family

Acanthomintha duttonii, Acanthomintha ilicifolia, Acanthomintha lanceolata, Acanthomintha obovata, Acanthoprasium frutescens, Acanthoprasium integrifolium, Achyrospermum aethiopicum, Achyrospermum africanum, Achyrospermum axillare, Achyrospermum carvalhoi, Achyrospermum ciliatum, Achyrospermum cryptanthum, Achyrospermum dasytrichum, Achyrospermum densiflorum, Achyrospermum erythobotrys, Achyrospermum fruticosum, Achyrospermum laterale, Achyrospermum micranthum, Achyrospermum mildbraedii, Achyrospermum oblongifolium, Achyrospermum parviflorum, Achyrospermum purpureum, Achyrospermum schimperi, Achyrospermum schlechteri, Achyrospermum seychellarum, Achyrospermum tisserantii, Achyrospermum urens, Achyrospermum wallichianum, Achyrospermum scandens, Acinos alpinus, Acrotome angustifolia, Acrotome fleckii, Acrotome hispida, Acrotome inflata, Acrotome mozambiquensis, Acrotome pallescens, Acrotome tenuis, Acrotome thorncroftii, Acrymia ajugiflora, Aegiphila aracaensis, Aegiphila hystricina, Aegiphila aculeifera, Aegiphila alba, Aegiphila anomala, Aegiphila arcta, Aegiphila australis, Aegiphila bogotensis, Aegiphila boliviana, Aegiphila brachiata, Aegiphila bracteolosa,

References