Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Myrtales
Family:
Species:
peltiger
ID:
235070

Status:
valid

Authors:
(S.Moore) J.W.Green

Source:
wcs

Year:
1983

Citation Micro:
Nuytsia 4: 303 (1983)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000234401

Common Names

  • Malleostemon peltiger
  • Peltiger Malleostemon
  • Peltiger Malleostemon

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Description

Malleostemon peltiger (also called Peltiger Malleostemon, among many other common names) is a small, evergreen, perennial herb found in Central and South America. It has a single, heart-shaped leaf that grows up to 15 cm long and a single, small flower with a white or yellowish-green spathe. It is found in moist, shady habitats, such as rainforests and cloud forests.

Uses & Benefits

Malleostemon peltiger is an ornamental plant that is grown for its attractive foliage and flowers. It is also used in floral arrangements and as an ingredient in perfumes. The leaves of this plant are used in traditional medicine for treating skin conditions, such as eczema and psoriasis.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Malleostemon peltiger has white flowers with yellow centers and long, thin stems. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have thin stems and long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Malleostemon peltiger can be propagated by division or by seed. It can be grown in a pot or in the ground in a shady area with well-draining soil. It should be kept moist but not wet. Fertilize with a balanced fertilizer every few weeks during the growing season.

Where to Find Malleostemon peltiger

Malleostemon peltiger can be found in Australia.

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Myrtaceae

Species in the Myrtaceae family

Acca lanuginosa, Acca macrostema, Accara elegans, Actinodium cunninghamii, Agonis baxteri, Agonis flexuosa, Agonis grandiflora, Agonis theiformis, Agonis undulata, Agonis hypericifolia, Algrizea macrochlamys, Algrizea minor, Allosyncarpia ternata, Aluta appressa, Aluta aspera, Aluta maisonneuvei, Aluta quadrata, Aluta teres, Amomyrtella irregularis, Amomyrtella guilii, Amomyrtus luma, Amomyrtus meli, Angophora bakeri, Angophora clelandi, Angophora costata, Angophora crassifolia, Angophora dichromophloia, Angophora euryphylla, Angophora exul, Angophora floribunda, Angophora hispida, Angophora inopina, Angophora leiocarpa, Angophora melanoxylon, Angophora paludosa, Angophora robur, Angophora subvelutina, Angophora woodsiana, Angophora clelandii, Anticoryne diosmoides, Anticoryne ovalifolia, Anticoryne melanosperma, Archirhodomyrtus baladensis, Archirhodomyrtus beckleri, Archirhodomyrtus paitensis, Archirhodomyrtus turbinata, Archirhodomyrtus vieillardii, Arillastrum gummiferum, Astartea aspera, Astartea corniculata,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-118763: Based on the initial data import
Spencer Le Marchant Moore (1850-1931): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'S.Moore' in the authors string.
John Green (b.1930): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.W.Green' in the authors string.