Status:
valid
Authors:
(Goldberg) Fryxell
Source:
tro
Year:
2001
Citation Micro:
Fl. Novo-Galiciana 3: 137 (2001)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001220391
Common Names
- Physodium adenodes
- Adenodes Physodium
- Adenodes False-heather
Description
Physodium adenodes (also called Adenodes Physodium, among many other common names) is a fern that grows up to 1 m tall. It is native to South America and is found in moist, shady habitats such as tropical forests.
Uses & Benefits
Physodium adenodes is used as an ornamental plant and for soil conservation.
Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species
Physodium adenodes var. acuminatum (Rose) Fryxell
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Physodium adenodes are small, yellow and arranged in a cluster. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are slender and have long, narrow leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Physodium adenodes is a hardy, evergreen shrub that grows in a variety of soils and climates. It prefers full sun and can tolerate some shade. It is drought tolerant and can be propagated from cuttings or seeds. It can also be grown from divisions of existing plants.
Where to Find Physodium adenodes
Physodium adenodes is found in the tropical forests of Central and South America.
Physodium adenodes FAQ
What is the scientific name of Physodium adenodes?
Physodium adenodes
What is the common name of Physodium adenodes?
Glandular Physodium
What is the natural habitat of Physodium adenodes?
Open woodlands, grasslands, and disturbed areas
Species in the Physodium genus
Species in the Malvaceae family
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Abelmoschus caillei,
Abelmoschus crinitus,
Abelmoschus esculentus,
Abelmoschus ficulneus,
Abelmoschus hostilis,
Abelmoschus magnificus,
Abelmoschus manihot,
Abelmoschus moschatus,
Abelmoschus muliensis,
Abelmoschus sagittifolius,
Abelmoschus enbeepeegearensis,
Abroma augustum,
Abutilon abutiloides,
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,
Abutilon berlandieri,
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,