Status:
valid
Authors:
Hochr.
Source:
tro
Year:
1932
Citation Micro:
Candollea 5: 14 (1932)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001215000
Common Names
- Perrierophytum Humbertii
- Humbert's Perrierophytum
- Perrierophytum
Description
Perrierophytum humbertii (also called Perrierophytum humbertii, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Malvaceae family. It is a shrub or small tree with a rounded crown, reaching a height of up to 10 meters. It is native to Central and South America, and its natural habitat is subtropical or tropical moist lowland forests.
Uses & Benefits
Perrierophytum humbertii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating fever, inflammation, and skin diseases.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Perrierophytum humbertii is a white, five-petaled bloom with a yellow center. The seed is a small, dark brown, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single stem.
Where to Find Perrierophytum humbertii
Perrierophytum humbertii can be found in Central and South America.
Perrierophytum humbertii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Perrierophytum humbertii?
Perrierophytum humbertii
What is the common name of Perrierophytum humbertii?
Humbertii
What is the natural habitat of Perrierophytum humbertii?
Tropical rainforests
Species in the Perrierophytum genus
Species in the Malvaceae family
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Abelmoschus magnificus,
Abelmoschus manihot,
Abelmoschus moschatus,
Abelmoschus muliensis,
Abelmoschus sagittifolius,
Abelmoschus enbeepeegearensis,
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Abutilon affine,
Abutilon alii,
Abutilon amplum,
Abutilon andrewsianum,
Abutilon andrieuxii,
Abutilon anglosomaliae,
Abutilon angulatum,
Abutilon anodoides,
Abutilon appendiculatum,
Abutilon arenarium,
Abutilon arequipense,
Abutilon auritum,
Abutilon austroafricanum,
Abutilon badium,
Abutilon balansae,
Abutilon bastardioides,
Abutilon benedictum,
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Abutilon bidentatum,
Abutilon bracteosum,
Abutilon buchii,
Abutilon burandtii,
Abutilon bussei,
Abutilon californicum,
Abutilon calliphyllum,
Abutilon carinatum,
Abutilon coahuilae,
Abutilon commutatum,
Abutilon cryptopetalum,
Abutilon cuspidatum,
Abutilon densiflorum,
Abutilon dinteri,
Abutilon dispermum,
Abutilon divaricatum,
Abutilon dugesii,
Abutilon durandoi,