Status:
valid
Authors:
(DC.) C.Presl
Source:
tro
Year:
1835
Citation Micro:
Reliq. Haenk. 2: 150 (1835)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001229799
Common Names
- Physodium corymbosum
- Corymbose Physodium
- Corymbose Treefern
Description
Physodium corymbosum (also called Spreading Physodium, among many other common names) is a species of fern native to South America, where it is found in wet habitats such as swamps and marshes.
Uses & Benefits
Physodium corymbosum is often used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used to create hedges and borders. The flowers of this plant can be used to make tea and the leaves can be used to make a medicinal tea to treat digestive issues.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Physodium corymbosum has small, yellowish-green flowers with a yellowish-green lip. Its seeds are small, round and black. The seedlings are small, heart-shaped and dark green.
Cultivation and Propagation
Physodium corymbosum is an evergreen shrub that prefers partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in the spring and cuttings should be taken in the summer. It is important to keep the soil moist while the plant is establishing itself.
Where to Find Physodium corymbosum
Physodium corymbosum can be found in the tropical and subtropical regions of the Americas, from Mexico to Argentina.
Physodium corymbosum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Physodium corymbosum?
Physodium corymbosum
What is the ideal soil pH for Physodium corymbosum?
5.5-6.5
What is the ideal temperature for Physodium corymbosum?
10-15°C
Species in the Physodium genus
Species in the Malvaceae family
Abelmoschus angulosus,
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,