Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Rosales
Family:
Species:
spuria
ID:
474669

Status:
valid

Authors:
Griseb.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1859

Citation Micro:
Fl. Brit. W. I. : 152 (1859)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000474001

Common Names

  • Pseudolmedia Spuria
  • False-olmedia
  • Pseudolmedia False

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Synonyms

  • Piratinera spuria Baill. [unknown]
  • Brosimum spurium Sw. [unknown]
  • Pseudolmedia havanensis Trécul [unknown]
  • Olmedia cubensis Klotzsch [unknown]

Description

Pseudolmedia spuria (also called Spurious Pseudolmedia, among many other common names) is a small shrub native to the tropical regions of South America. It has glossy green leaves and produces small white flowers. It is found in tropical rainforests and humid forests.

Uses & Benefits

Pseudolmedia spuria is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Pseudolmedia spuria is a small, white, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single stem with two leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pseudolmedia spuria is a perennial herb that grows best in full sun and well-drained soils. It can be propagated from seed or from cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a warm, humid environment and should be kept moist until germination occurs. Cuttings should be taken from new growth in late spring or early summer and should be kept in a warm, humid environment until they are well rooted.

Where to Find Pseudolmedia spuria

Pseudolmedia spuria can be found in tropical regions of India, Sri Lanka, and Southeast Asia.

Pseudolmedia spuria FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pseudolmedia spuria?

Pseudolmedia spuria

What is the family of Pseudolmedia spuria?

Moraceae

What is the common name of Pseudolmedia spuria?

Mulberry

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