Kingdom:
Phylum:
Hypnanae
Order:
Hypnales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
pterogonioides
ID:
1175575

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Harv.) A. Jaeger

Source:
tro

Year:
1878

Citation Micro:
Ber. Thätigk. St. Gallischen Naturwiss. Ges. 1876–77: 274 (Gen. Sp. Musc. 2: 340) 1878

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001174913

Common Names

  • Yellow Sandwort

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Description

Rozea pterogonioides (also called Pterogonioid Rozea, among many other common names) is a small, perennial herbaceous plant native to the tropical regions of South America. It has a rosette of leaves with three lobes and small white flowers. It grows in moist, shady areas, such as in the understory of tropical forests.

Uses & Benefits

Rozea pterogonioides is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a ground cover in areas with poor soil. The plant is drought tolerant and can be used to prevent soil erosion.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Rozea pterogonioides is a small, white, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have two leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Rozea pterogonioides is a small, evergreen, perennial plant that grows in clumps. It is native to the Mediterranean region and is found in dry, rocky areas. It can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil and kept moist until germination. Division can be done in spring or autumn. The plant should be divided into small clumps and replanted in a well-drained soil.

Where to Find Rozea pterogonioides

Rozea pterogonioides is native to the Mediterranean and can be found in coastal areas.

Rozea pterogonioides FAQ

What is the height of the plant?

The height of the plant is 1-2 feet.

What is the spread of the plant?

The spread of the plant is 1-2 feet.

What is the plant's form?

The plant's form is mounded.

Species in the Leskeaceae family

Fabronidium guatemaliense, Haplocladium parvulum, Haplocladium angustifolium, Haplocladium discolor, Haplocladium gracilisetum, Haplocladium jacquemontii, Haplocladium larminatii, Haplocladium microphyllum, Haplocladium percapillatum, Haplocladium persistens, Haplocladium porphyropelma, Haplocladium schimperi, Haplocladium stratosum, Haplocladium strictulum, Haplocladium virginianum, Haplocladium plumulosum, Haplocladium perparaphyllum, Haplocladium vestitum, Haplocladium kiusiuense, Hylocomiopsis cylindricarpa, Hylocomiopsis ovicarpa, Leptocladium sinense, Leskea plumaria, Leskea polenburgii, Leskea polycarpa, Leskea riparia, Leskea scabrinervis, Leskea subacuminata, Leskea subfiliramea, Leskea vaucheri, Leskea australis, Leskea brevifolia, Leskea catenularia, Leskea consanguinea, Leskea filivaga, Leskea gracilescens, Leskea guineensis, Leskea hyloapiculata, Leskea integra, Leskea latifolia, Leskea mauritiana, Leskea obscura, Leskea filaria, Leskea leskeoides, Leskea perstricta, Leskea moravica, Leskea sublaevifolia, Leskea acuminata, Leskea schiedeana, Leskeadelphus angustatus,

References

William Henry Harvey (1811-1866): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Harv.' in the authors string.
August Jaeger (1842-1877): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.Jaeger' in the authors string.
The Bryophyte Nomenclator: Based on data supplied by Bryonames
Tropicos record: 35149073: Based on data supplied by Bryonames