Status:
valid
Authors:
Craib
Source:
ksu
Year:
1924
Citation Micro:
Bull. Misc. Inform. Kew 1924: 88 (1924)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000476020
Common Names
- Grande Pterospermum
- Grande Pterospermum Palm
- Pterospermum Grande
Description
Pterospermum grande (also called Large Pterospermum, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub or small tree with a conical or columnar shape and leathery, dark green leaves. It is native to the Caribbean islands of Trinidad and Tobago and is found in humid and wet forests. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and can tolerate some shade.
Uses & Benefits
Pterospermum grande 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 grande has white flowers with five petals and yellow stamens. The seeds are small, round and black. The seedlings are thin and delicate.
Cultivation and Propagation
Pterospermum grande is an evergreen shrub or tree that grows best in full sun or partial shade. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and can tolerate some drought. Propagation is by seed or cuttings.
Where to Find Pterospermum grande
Pterospermum grande is found in the tropical rainforests of Central and South America.
Pterospermum grande FAQ
What is the scientific name of Pterospermum grande?
Pterospermum grande
What are the common names of Pterospermum grande?
Grande fern
What is the growth rate of Pterospermum grande?
Slow
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,