Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Myrtales
Genus:
Species:
discolor
ID:
1554246

Status:
valid

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

Source:
rhakhis

Year:
2019

Citation Micro:
Taxon 68(5): 978. 2019

WFO Identifier:
wfo-1000033934

Common Names

  • Pleroma discolor
  • Discolored Pleroma
  • Discolored Pleroma Plant

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Description

Pleroma discolor (also called Pleroma discolor, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree, up to 8 m tall. It is native to Brazil, and is found in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests.

Uses & Benefits

Pleroma discolor is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is known for its attractive foliage and flowers and is drought tolerant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Pleroma discolor is white with a yellow center and has five petals. The seed is small and round with a light brown color. The seedlings are small, with a single stem and two leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pleroma discolor 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 discolor

Pleroma discolor is found in Mexico.

Pleroma discolor FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pleroma discolor?

Pleroma discolor

What are the common names of Pleroma discolor?

Discolored Pleroma

What is the growth habit of Pleroma discolor?

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,