Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Myrtales
Genus:
Species:
imperatore
ID:
1547988

Status:
valid

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

Source:
rhakhis

Year:
2021

Citation Micro:
Phytotaxa 518(1): 75. 2021

WFO Identifier:
wfo-1000028448

Common Names

  • Pleroma imperatore
  • Imperatore Pleroma
  • Imperator's Pleroma

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Description

Pleroma imperatore (also called Imperator's Pleroma, among many other common names) is a shrub species native to South America. It grows up to 2 m tall and has a dense, spreading crown. It is found in rocky and sandy soils in Brazil, Colombia, and Peru.

Uses & Benefits

Pleroma imperatore is used as a traditional medicine for treating fever, colds, and headaches. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of food for livestock.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Pleroma imperatore are white and bell-shaped, with five petals. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have a single stem and two small leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pleroma imperatore is a shrub that can be propagated by cuttings or seeds. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -5°C. Pruning is recommended to keep the plant in shape.

Where to Find Pleroma imperatore

Pleroma imperatore can be found in the Atlantic Forest biome of Brazil.

Pleroma imperatore FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pleroma imperatore?

Pleroma imperatore

What is the family of Pleroma imperatore?

Asteraceae

What is the common name of Pleroma imperatore?

Imperator's Daisy

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,