Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Myrtales
Genus:
Species:
castellense
ID:
1554237

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Brade) P.J.F.Guim. & Michelang.

Source:
rhakhis

Year:
2019

Citation Micro:
Taxon 68(5): 976. 2019

WFO Identifier:
wfo-1000033925

Common Names

  • Pleroma castellense
  • Castell's Pleroma
  • Castell's Pleroma Plant

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Description

Pleroma castellense (also called 'Castell Pleroma', among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the Mediterranean region and the Middle East. It has a rosette of linear leaves and produces small white flowers. It typically grows in dry, rocky habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Pleroma castellense is a medicinal plant, and is used to treat various ailments such as fever, headache, and skin diseases. It is also used as a natural insect repellent.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Pleroma castellense is yellow with five petals. The seed is small and round with a dark brown color. The seedlings are small, with a single stem and two leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pleroma castellense is a perennial plant that can be propagated by division or seed. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can tolerate some drought, but regular watering is recommended. It is best to prune the plant after flowering to encourage new growth.

Where to Find Pleroma castellense

Pleroma castellense can be found in Mexico.

Pleroma castellense FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pleroma castellense?

Pleroma castellense

What are the common names of Pleroma castellense?

Castell Pleroma

What is the growth habit of Pleroma castellense?

Perennial herb

Species in the Pleroma genus

Pleroma granulosum, Pleroma diffusum, Pleroma angustifolium, Pleroma arboreum, Pleroma asperior, Pleroma australe, Pleroma benthamianum, Pleroma candolleanum, Pleroma cardinale, Pleroma claussenii, Pleroma collinum, Pleroma dendroides, Pleroma fissinervium, Pleroma fothergillii, Pleroma foveolatum, Pleroma gaudichaudianum, Pleroma glandulosum, Pleroma hospitum, Pleroma langsdorffianum, Pleroma lhotskyanum, Pleroma macrochiton, Pleroma martiale, Pleroma maximilianum, Pleroma molle, Pleroma mutabile, Pleroma obscurum, Pleroma ochypetalum, Pleroma salviifolium, Pleroma stenocarpum, Pleroma thereminianum, Pleroma urceolare, Pleroma ursinum, Pleroma velutinum, Pleroma villosissimum, Pleroma elegans, Pleroma clidemioides, Pleroma tuberosum, Pleroma scaberrimum, Pleroma heteromallum, Pleroma oxypetala, Pleroma viminea, Pleroma trichopodum, Pleroma semidecandrum, Pleroma setosociliatum, Pleroma subsessilis, Pleroma trinervium, Pleroma fragae, Pleroma michelangelii, Pleroma costatocalyx, Pleroma penduliflora,

Species in the Melastomataceae family

Acanthella sprucei, Acanthella pulchra, Acanthella conferta, Aciotis polystachya, Aciotis purpurascens, Aciotis acuminifolia, Aciotis annua, Aciotis rubricaulis, Aciotis cordata, Aciotis indecora, Aciotis paludosa, Aciotis circaeoides, Aciotis ornata, Aciotis circaeifolia, Aciotis wurdackiana, Aciotis olivieriana, Aciotis ferreirana, Aciotis viscida, Aciotis pendulifolia, Aciotis brachybotria, Acisanthera pulchella, Acisanthera quadrata, Acisanthera boliviensis, Acisanthera variabilis, Acisanthera uniflora, Acisanthera alsinaefolia, Acisanthera paraguayensis, Acisanthera alata, Acisanthera hedyotoidea, Acisanthera glazioviana, Acisanthera quadrata, Acisanthera ayangannae, Acisanthera divaricata, Adelobotrys ciliatus, Adelobotrys atlanticus, Adelobotrys adscendens, Adelobotrys barbatus, Adelobotrys ciliata, Adelobotrys macrophylla, Adelobotrys praetexta, Adelobotrys tessmannii, Adelobotrys boissieriana, Adelobotrys fuscescens, Adelobotrys macrantha, Adelobotrys rotundifolius, Adelobotrys subsessilis, Adelobotrys jefensis, Adelobotrys linearifolia, Adelobotrys ayangannensis, Adelobotrys scandens,