Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Myrtales
Genus:
Species:
raddianum
ID:
162244

Status:
valid

Authors:
Gardner

Source:
ipni

Year:
1843

Citation Micro:
London J. Bot. 2: 351 (1843)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000161573

Common Names

  • Raddianum Pleroma
  • Pleroma Vine
  • Raddianum's Pleroma

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Synonyms

  • Lasiandra raddiana DC. [unknown]
  • Pleroma pulchrum Triana [valid]
  • Tibouchina saldanhaei Cogn. [unknown]
  • Tibouchina raddiana (DC.) Cogn. [unknown]
  • Tibouchina pulchra Cogn. [unknown]
  • Lasiandra versicolor Naudin [unknown]
  • Lasiandra pulchra Cham. [unknown]
  • Tibouchina petroniana Cogn. & Saldanha [unknown]
  • Rhexia uniflora Raddi [illegitimate]

Description

Pleroma raddianum (also called Raddian Pleroma, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Asteraceae. It is native to South America and is found in dry grasslands and open woodlands. It has narrow, linear leaves and small, white flowers with yellow centers. It grows to a height of up to 1.5 meters.

Uses & Benefits

Pleroma raddianum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It has attractive foliage and flowers, and can be used to attract pollinators to the garden. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Pleroma raddianum is white and has five petals. The seed is a small, round, dark brown seed. The seedlings are small and have a single, long, slender stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pleroma raddianum is a small, evergreen shrub that grows up to 1 m tall. It has small, oval-shaped leaves and small, white flowers. It is best grown in full sun to partial shade in well-drained soil. Propagation is by cuttings or by seed.

Where to Find Pleroma raddianum

Pleroma raddianum is native to the Mediterranean region and can be found in dry meadows, on walls, and in rocky areas.

Pleroma raddianum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pleroma raddianum?

Pleroma raddianum

What is the family of Pleroma raddianum?

Asteraceae

What is the common name of Pleroma raddianum?

Radd's Pleroma

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,

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