Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Genus:
Species:
floridana
ID:
477307

Status:
valid

Authors:
Britton in Small

Source:
cmp

Year:
1903

Citation Micro:
Fl. S.E. U.S. : 411 (1903)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000476639

Common Names

  • Pisonia floridana
  • Floridana Pisonia
  • Floridana Leaf

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Synonyms

  • Guapira floridana (Britton) Lundell [unknown]
  • Torrubia floridana Britton [unknown]
  • Pisonia discolor floridana (Britton) D.B.Ward [unknown]

Description

Pisonia floridana (also called Florida Pisonia, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant native to the southeastern United States. It is an evergreen shrub with glossy green leaves and small white flowers. It is found in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests, as well as in dry forests and in coastal areas.

Uses & Benefits

Pisonia floridana is a popular ornamental plant and is often used as a ground cover in gardens. It is also used as a houseplant and is known for its unique flower shape and easy care.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Pisonia floridana has white flowers with yellow centers, and its seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pisonia floridana is an evergreen shrub that can be propagated by cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures as low as -10°C (14°F). It should be watered regularly during the growing season and fertilized once a month with a balanced fertilizer.

Where to Find Pisonia floridana

Pisonia floridana can be found in the tropical regions of the Caribbean, particularly in the Bahamas and Cuba.

Pisonia floridana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pisonia floridana?

Pisonia floridana

What is the common name of Pisonia floridana?

Florida pisonia

What is the habitat of Pisonia floridana?

It is native to Florida in the United States.

Species in the Nyctaginaceae family

Abronia alba, Abronia alpina, Abronia ameliae, Abronia ammophila, Abronia angustifolia, Abronia argillosa, Abronia bigelovii, Abronia bolackii, Abronia carnea, Abronia crux-maltae, Abronia elliptica, Abronia fragrans, Abronia gracilis, Abronia latifolia, Abronia macrocarpa, Abronia maritima, Abronia mellifera, Abronia micrantha, Abronia minor, Abronia nana, Abronia nealleyi, Abronia parviflora, Abronia pogonantha, Abronia turbinata, Abronia umbellata, Abronia villosa, Abronia insularis, Abronia neurophylla, Abronia platyphylla, Abronia variabilis, Acleisanthes acutifolia, Acleisanthes angustifolia, Acleisanthes anisophylla, Acleisanthes chenopodioides, Acleisanthes crassifolia, Acleisanthes diffusa, Acleisanthes lanceolata, Acleisanthes longiflora, Acleisanthes nana, Acleisanthes nevadensis, Acleisanthes obtusa, Acleisanthes palmeri, Acleisanthes parvifolia, Acleisanthes purpusiana, Acleisanthes somalensis, Acleisanthes undulata, Acleisanthes wrightii, Allionia choisyi, Allionia incarnata, Allionia viscida,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2553020: Based on the initial data import
John Kunkel Small (1869-1938): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Small' in the authors string.
Nathaniel Lord Britton (1859-1934): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Britton' in the authors string.