Status:
valid
Authors:
R.Br.
Source:
tro
Year:
1810
Citation Micro:
Prodr. Fl. Nov. Holland. : 422 (1810)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001237904
Common Names
- Pisonia Grandis
- Grandis Pisonia
- Grand Pisonia
Description
Pisonia grandis (also called Birdlime Tree, among many other common names) is a tree native to the Caribbean and Central America. It has large, white flowers and leathery leaves. It grows in tropical forests and dry scrublands.
Uses & Benefits
Pisonia grandis is used as a windbreak and for erosion control, as well as for its medicinal properties.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Pisonia grandis are small, white and tubular. They are borne in clusters on the end of a long stem. The seeds are small, round and black. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Pisonia grandis is a shrub native to the Mediterranean region. It is easy to cultivate and propagate from cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It should be watered regularly and fertilized every few weeks during the growing season.
Where to Find Pisonia grandis
Pisonia grandis is native to the Mediterranean region and can be found in dry, rocky habitats.
Pisonia grandis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Pisonia grandis?
Pisonia grandis
What is the common name of Pisonia grandis?
Grand Pisonia
What is the natural habitat of Pisonia grandis?
It is found in dry, sunny areas in temperate regions
Species in the Pisonia genus
Pisonia aculeata,
Pisonia floridana,
Pisonia macranthocarpa,
Pisonia ambigua,
Pisonia hirtella,
Pisonia laxiflora,
Pisonia silvatica,
Pisonia zapallo,
Pisonia albida,
Pisonia brunoniana,
Pisonia helleri,
Pisonia rotundata,
Pisonia sandwicensis,
Pisonia subcordata,
Pisonia umbellifera,
Pisonia donnellsmithii,
Pisonia floribunda,
Pisonia petenensis,
Pisonia proctorii,
Pisonia indecora,
Pisonia capitata,
Pisonia flavescens,
Pisonia grandis,
Pisonia pedicellaris,
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,