Status:
valid
Authors:
van der Werff
Source:
tro
Year:
2009
Citation Micro:
Novon 19: 540 (2009)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001283443
Common Names
- Pleurothyrium bilocellatum
- Bilocellate Pleurothyrium
- Bilocellatum Pleurothyrium
Description
Pleurothyrium bilocellatum (also called Bilocellate Pleurothyrium, among many other common names) is a small, perennial herbaceous plant that grows up to 10 cm in height. It has white flowers and is native to South America. It typically grows in rocky and sandy soils.
Uses & Benefits
Pleurothyrium bilocellatum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It is also used to attract pollinators and beneficial insects.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Pleurothyrium bilocellatum is a white, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, green and have a single stem.
Cultivation and Propagation
Cultivation and propagation of Pleurothyrium bilocellatum requires full sun to partial shade, moist soil, and regular watering. Propagation can be done through seed or division.
Where to Find Pleurothyrium bilocellatum
Pleurothyrium bilocellatum can be found in Australia, New Zealand, and New Caledonia.
Pleurothyrium bilocellatum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Pleurothyrium bilocellatum?
Pleurothyrium bilocellatum
What is the common name of Pleurothyrium bilocellatum?
Bilocellatum's Pleurothyrium
Where is Pleurothyrium bilocellatum found?
Pleurothyrium bilocellatum is found in the Mediterranean region
Species in the Pleurothyrium genus
Pleurothyrium steyermarkianum,
Pleurothyrium palmanum,
Pleurothyrium amapaense,
Pleurothyrium undulatum,
Pleurothyrium trianae,
Pleurothyrium costanense,
Pleurothyrium pascoense,
Pleurothyrium cordatum,
Pleurothyrium obscurinerve,
Pleurothyrium panurense,
Pleurothyrium bifidum,
Pleurothyrium chrysothyrsus,
Pleurothyrium cuneifolium,
Pleurothyrium poeppigii,
Pleurothyrium maximum,
Pleurothyrium parviflorum,
Pleurothyrium williamsii,
Pleurothyrium amplifolium,
Pleurothyrium intermedium,
Pleurothyrium grandiflorum,
Pleurothyrium westphalii,
Pleurothyrium hexaglandulosum,
Pleurothyrium brochidodromum,
Pleurothyrium glabritepalum,
Pleurothyrium bracteatum,
Pleurothyrium vasquezii,
Pleurothyrium racemosum,
Pleurothyrium pilosum,
Pleurothyrium marginale,
Pleurothyrium synandrum,
Pleurothyrium cinereum,
Pleurothyrium glabrifolium,
Pleurothyrium acuminatum,
Pleurothyrium prancei,
Pleurothyrium obovatum,
Pleurothyrium crassitepalum,
Pleurothyrium golfodulcense,
Pleurothyrium tomentellum,
Pleurothyrium pauciflorum,
Pleurothyrium insigne,
Pleurothyrium giganthum,
Pleurothyrium tomiwahlii,
Pleurothyrium immersum,
Pleurothyrium oblongum,
Pleurothyrium guindonii,
Pleurothyrium arcuatum,
Pleurothyrium bilocellatum,
Pleurothyrium triflorum,
Species in the Lauraceae family
Actinodaphne acuminata,
Actinodaphne albifrons,
Actinodaphne amabilis,
Actinodaphne ambigua,
Actinodaphne archboldiana,
Actinodaphne areolata,
Actinodaphne bicolor,
Actinodaphne borneensis,
Actinodaphne bourdillonii,
Actinodaphne bourneae,
Actinodaphne brassii,
Actinodaphne caesia,
Actinodaphne campanulata,
Actinodaphne candolleana,
Actinodaphne celebica,
Actinodaphne cinerea,
Actinodaphne concinna,
Actinodaphne concolor,
Actinodaphne corymbosa,
Actinodaphne crassa,
Actinodaphne cupularis,
Actinodaphne diversifolia,
Actinodaphne dolichophylla,
Actinodaphne elegans,
Actinodaphne ellipticibacca,
Actinodaphne engleriana,
Actinodaphne ferruginea,
Actinodaphne forrestii,
Actinodaphne fragilis,
Actinodaphne fuliginosa,
Actinodaphne furfuracea,
Actinodaphne glabra,
Actinodaphne glauca,
Actinodaphne glaucina,
Actinodaphne glomerata,
Actinodaphne gracilis,
Actinodaphne henryi,
Actinodaphne hirsuta,
Actinodaphne hypoleucophylla,
Actinodaphne javanica,
Actinodaphne johorensis,
Actinodaphne kinabaluensis,
Actinodaphne koshepangii,
Actinodaphne kostermansii,
Actinodaphne kweichowensis,
Actinodaphne lanata,
Actinodaphne lanceolata,
Actinodaphne latifolia,
Actinodaphne lawsonii,
Actinodaphne lecomtei,