Pisonia indecora - Uses, Benefits & Care
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
indecora
ID:
1221854
Status:
valid
Authors:
Heimerl
Source:
tro
Year:
1932
Citation Micro:
Notizbl. Bot. Gart. Berlin-Dahlem 11: 469 (1932)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001221192
Common Names
- Pisonia indecora
- Indecora Pisonia
- Indecora Tree
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Pisonia indecora (also called the Indecorous Pisonia, among many other common names) is a small, evergreen shrub native to Central and South America. It has small, oval-shaped leaves and white flowers. It is typically found in moist, shady areas, such as in the understory of tropical forests.
Uses & Benefits
Pisonia indecora is used as an ornamental plant, for timber, and for medicinal purposes.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Pisonia indecora are yellow and have five petals. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single cotyledon.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Pisonia indecora is a tropical evergreen shrub that can be grown in full sun or partial shade. It can be propagated from cuttings or by division. Cuttings should be taken from the tips of the stems and planted in a moist, well-draining soil. Division can be done in spring or fall. The plant should be divided into several sections and each section should be planted in a separate pot.
Where to Find Pisonia indecora
Pisonia indecora is native to South America and can be found in tropical rainforests.
Pisonia indecora FAQ
What is the common name of Pisonia indecora?
Indecorous Pisonia
What is the natural habitat of Pisonia indecora?
Tropical and subtropical regions of Central and South America
What is the average height of Pisonia indecora?
Up to 10 feet
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,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record tro-50008028: Based on the initial data import
Anton Heimerl (1857-1942): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Heimerl' in the authors string.