Status:
valid
Authors:
C.C.Berg & Villav.
Source:
tro
Year:
2003
Citation Micro:
Revista Soc. Boliv. Bot. 4(1): 77 (2003)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001272389
Common Names
- Pseudolmedia Boliviana
- Bolivian False Olive
- False Olive
Description
Pseudolmedia boliviana (also called 'Bolivian Pseudolmedia', among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub that grows up to 5 m tall. It is native to Central and South America, and is found in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests.
Uses & Benefits
Pseudolmedia boliviana is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It also has medicinal uses, such as treating fever, colds, and coughs.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Pseudolmedia boliviana has small, white flowers with yellow centers and a sweet fragrance. The seeds are small, black and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small, with light green leaves and a single stem.
Cultivation and Propagation
Pseudolmedia boliviana is a shrub native to the tropical rainforests of South America. It prefers partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is best done with stem cuttings taken in the spring or summer. It can also be propagated from seed, but germination can be slow and erratic.
Where to Find Pseudolmedia boliviana
Pseudolmedia boliviana is native to South America and can be found in Bolivia.
Pseudolmedia boliviana FAQ
What is the scientific name of Pseudolmedia boliviana?
Pseudolmedia boliviana
Where is Pseudolmedia boliviana found?
Pseudolmedia boliviana is found in South America.
What is the habitat of Pseudolmedia boliviana?
Pseudolmedia boliviana is found in moist, shady areas such as forests and meadows.
Species in the Pseudolmedia genus
Pseudolmedia glabrata,
Pseudolmedia laevigata,
Pseudolmedia laevis,
Pseudolmedia macrophylla,
Pseudolmedia mollis,
Pseudolmedia spuria,
Pseudolmedia rigida,
Pseudolmedia murure,
Pseudolmedia hirtula,
Pseudolmedia manabiensis,
Pseudolmedia gentryi,
Pseudolmedia boliviana,
Species in the Moraceae family
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Allaeanthus kurzii,
Allaeanthus luzonicus,
Allaeanthus zeylanicus,
Antiaris toxicaria,
Antiaropsis decipiens,
Antiaropsis uniflora,
Artocarpus albobrunneus,
Artocarpus altilis,
Artocarpus altissimus,
Artocarpus anisophyllus,
Artocarpus annulatus,
Artocarpus avatifolius,
Artocarpus blancoi,
Artocarpus brevipedunculatus,
Artocarpus camansi,
Artocarpus chama,
Artocarpus corneri,
Artocarpus elasticus,
Artocarpus excelsus,
Artocarpus fulvicortex,
Artocarpus glaucus,
Artocarpus gomezianus,
Artocarpus gongshanensis,
Artocarpus heterophyllus,
Artocarpus hirsutus,
Artocarpus hispidus,
Artocarpus horridus,
Artocarpus hypargyreus,
Artocarpus integer,
Artocarpus jarrettiae,
Artocarpus kemando,
Artocarpus lacucha,
Artocarpus lanceifolius,
Artocarpus longifolius,
Artocarpus lowii,
Artocarpus mariannensis,
Artocarpus multifidus,
Artocarpus nanchuanensis,
Artocarpus nigrifolius,
Artocarpus nitidus,
Artocarpus nobilis,
Artocarpus obtusus,
Artocarpus odoratissimus,
Artocarpus palembanicus,
Artocarpus petelotii,
Artocarpus pinnatisectus,
Artocarpus pithecogallus,
Artocarpus primackii,
Artocarpus reticulatus,