Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malvales
Family:
Species:
rubiginosum
ID:
476495

Status:
valid

Authors:
B.Heyne ex G.Don

Source:
ksu

Year:
1831

Citation Micro:
Gen. Hist. 1: 538 (1831)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000475827

Common Names

  • Pterospermum rubiginosum
  • Rusty Pterospermum
  • Rusty Silk-cotton

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Description

Pterospermum rubiginosum (also called Rusty Pterospermum, among many other common names) is a small tree native to tropical Africa and Asia. It has pinnate leaves and yellow flowers. It grows in dry and wet habitats, such as grasslands, forests, and roadsides.

Uses & Benefits

Pterospermum rubiginosum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of timber.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Pterospermum rubiginosum are white in color and have five petals. The seeds are small and black in color. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with two to three leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pterospermum rubiginosum is a fast-growing, evergreen tree that can reach heights of up to 30 feet. It is native to tropical regions of India, Sri Lanka, and Southeast Asia. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is usually done by seed, which should be sown in spring or early summer. The seeds should be sown in a warm, sheltered spot and kept moist until germination occurs. The seedlings should be transplanted into individual containers when they reach a height of 6 inches.

Where to Find Pterospermum rubiginosum

Pterospermum rubiginosum is native to India and can be found in moist forests and riverbanks.

Pterospermum rubiginosum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pterospermum rubiginosum?

Pterospermum rubiginosum

What is the common name of Pterospermum rubiginosum?

Rubiginosum Pterospermum

What is the natural habitat of Pterospermum rubiginosum?

Pterospermum rubiginosum is found in tropical and subtropical regions of South America.

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,

References

George Don (1798-1856): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'G.Don' in the authors string.
Benjamin Heyne (1770-1819): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'B.Heyne' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:824801-1: Based on the initial data import