Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Rosales
Family:
Species:
laevis
ID:
474585

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Ruiz & Pav.) J.F.Macbr.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1931

Citation Micro:
Publ. Field Mus. Nat. Hist., Bot. Ser. 11: 16. 1931

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000473917

Common Names

  • Laevis Pseudolmedia
  • Pseudolmedia Laevis
  • Pseudolmedia Laevis Plant

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Synonyms

  • Olmedia caurensis Pittier [unknown]
  • Olmedia ferruginea Poepp. & Endl. [unknown]
  • Olmedia laevis Ruiz & Pav. [unknown]
  • Olmediopsis obliqua H.Karst. [unknown]
  • Olmediopsis lanceolata H.Karst. [unknown]
  • Pseudolmedia hirsuta Baill. [unknown]
  • Pseudolmedia hirtellifolia Rusby [unknown]
  • Pseudolmedia ferruginea (Poepp. & Endl.) Trécul [unknown]
  • Pseudolmedia alnifolia Rusby [unknown]
  • Pseudolmedia multinervis Mildbr. [unknown]
  • Pseudolmedia sagotii Benoist [unknown]
  • Pseudolmedia obliqua (H.Karst.) Renner [unknown]

Description

Pseudolmedia laevis (also called Smooth Pseudolmedia, among many other common names) is a perennial shrub native to South America. It has white, bell-shaped flowers and grows to a height of about 3 feet. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and is often found in disturbed areas such as roadsides and fields.

Uses & Benefits

Pseudolmedia laevis is used as an ornamental plant, for its edible fruits and for its medicinal properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Pseudolmedia laevis has small white flowers with yellow centers, and its seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have two leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pseudolmedia laevis is a tropical shrub that grows best in full sun and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed or cuttings.

Where to Find Pseudolmedia laevis

Pseudolmedia laevis is native to South America. It is found in moist, shady areas, such as along streams or in forests.

Pseudolmedia laevis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pseudolmedia laevis?

Pseudolmedia laevis

What is the common name of Pseudolmedia laevis?

Smooth-leaved False Mahogany

What is the natural habitat of Pseudolmedia laevis?

Tropical rainforests of Central and South America

Species in the Moraceae family

Allaeanthus greveanus, 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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2547525: Based on the initial data import
James Francis Macbride (1892-1976): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.F.Macbr.' in the authors string.
Hipólito Ruiz López (1754-1816): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ruiz' in the authors string.
José Antonio Pavón (1754-1840): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Pav.' in the authors string.