Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malvales
Family:
Species:
burmannianum
ID:
476706

Status:
valid

Authors:
Hochr.

Source:
ksu

Year:
1925

Citation Micro:
Candollea 2: 427 (1925)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000476038

Common Names

  • Pterospermum burmannianum
  • Burmannianum Pterospermum
  • Burmannianum Tree

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Description

Pterospermum burmannianum (also called Burmese Tree Cotton, among many other common names) is a species of tree in the family Malvaceae. It is native to India, Bangladesh, and Sri Lanka. It typically grows in tropical and subtropical dry forests, as well as in coastal areas.

Uses & Benefits

Pterospermum burmannianum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It can also be used as a hedge plant and as a ground cover. It has a high tolerance for drought and poor soils, making it an ideal choice for landscaping in dry climates.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Pterospermum burmannianum has white flowers with five petals and yellow stamens. The seeds are small, round and black. The seedlings are thin and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pterospermum burmannianum is an evergreen shrub that can reach up to 2 meters in height. It is native to India and Sri Lanka. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and partial shade. Propagation is done by seeds or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or summer in a warm, sunny location. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and rooted in moist soil.

Where to Find Pterospermum burmannianum

Pterospermum burmannianum is native to tropical and subtropical regions of Southeast Asia, including Indonesia, Malaysia, and Thailand.

Pterospermum burmannianum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pterospermum burmannianum?

Pterospermum burmannianum

What is the common name of Pterospermum burmannianum?

Burmese Pterospermum

What is the distribution of Pterospermum burmannianum?

Pterospermum burmannianum is native to India, Sri Lanka, and Southeast Asia

Species in the Pterospermum genus

Pterospermum obtusifolium, Pterospermum parvifolium, Pterospermum pecteniforme, Pterospermum reticulatum, Pterospermum rubiginosum, Pterospermum longipes, Pterospermum obliquum, Pterospermum megalanthum, Pterospermum megalocarpum, Pterospermum mucronatum, Pterospermum littorale, Pterospermum xylocarpum, Pterospermum subsessile, Pterospermum semisagittatum, Pterospermum stapfianum, Pterospermum subpeltatum, Pterospermum sumatranum, Pterospermum thorelii, Pterospermum subinaequale, Pterospermum fuscum, Pterospermum grande, Pterospermum grandiflorum, Pterospermum grewiifolium, Pterospermum elmeri, Pterospermum javanicum, Pterospermum harmandii, Pterospermum acerifolium, Pterospermum aceroides, Pterospermum angustifolium, Pterospermum argenteum, Pterospermum burmannianum, Pterospermum elongatum, Pterospermum celebicum, Pterospermum cinnamomeum, Pterospermum cumingii, Pterospermum diversifolium, Pterospermum mengii, Pterospermum suberifolium, Pterospermum heterophyllum, Pterospermum lanceifolium, Pterospermum proteus, Pterospermum kingtungense, Pterospermum truncatolobatum, Pterospermum yunnanense, Pterospermum niveum, Pterospermum menglunense,

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,