Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Species:
speciosus
ID:
482876

Status:
valid

Authors:
Hook.

Source:
ksu

Year:
1844

Citation Micro:
Bot. Mag. 70: t. 4117 (1844)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000482208

Common Names

  • Pterodiscus speciosus
  • Showy Pterodiscus
  • African Daisy

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Description

Pterodiscus speciosus (also called Pterodiscus speciosus, among many other common names) is a small shrub that grows up to 1 m tall. It is native to tropical regions of East Africa and is found in dry forest habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Pterodiscus speciosus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge or screen. It is also used for its medicinal properties, including as an antiseptic, antispasmodic, and diuretic.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Pterodiscus speciosus has small white flowers with yellow centers. Its seeds are small and black. Its seedlings are small and have a rosette-like form.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pterodiscus speciosus is a fast-growing, evergreen shrub that can reach up to 90 feet in height. It prefers full sun to partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is usually done by cuttings, which root easily and quickly. It can also be propagated from seed, though this method is more difficult and takes longer.

Where to Find Pterodiscus speciosus

Pterodiscus speciosus can be found in the tropical regions of Central and South America.

Pterodiscus speciosus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pterodiscus speciosus?

Pterodiscus speciosus

What is the common name of Pterodiscus speciosus?

Speciosus

What is the natural habitat of Pterodiscus speciosus?

Tropical rainforests

Species in the Pedaliaceae family

Dewinteria petrophila, Harpagophytum procumbens, Harpagophytum zeyheri, Holubia saccata, Linariopsis prostrata, Linariopsis chevalieri, Pedaliodiscus macrocarpus, Pedalium murex, Pterodiscus speciosus, Pterodiscus undulatus, Pterodiscus aurantiacus, Pterodiscus brasiliensis, Pterodiscus saccatus, Pterodiscus luridus, Pterodiscus ngamicus, Pterodiscus purpureus, Pterodiscus elliottii, Pterodiscus coeruleus, Pterodiscus angustifolius, Pterodiscus ruspolii, Pterodiscus kellerianus, Pterodiscus makatiniensis, Pterodiscus cinnabarinus, Pterodiscus somanei, Rogeria adenophylla, Sesamothamnus guerichii, Sesamothamnus benguellensis, Sesamothamnus lugardii, Sesamothamnus rivae, Sesamothamnus busseanus, Sesamum schinzianum, Sesamum radiatum, Sesamum rigidum, Sesamum pedalioides, Sesamum lepidotum, Sesamum triphyllum, Sesamum prostratum, Sesamum indicum, Sesamum alatum, Sesamum angolense, Sesamum angustifolium, Sesamum calycinum, Sesamum latifolium, Sesamum abbreviatum, Sesamum capense, Sesamum marlothii, Sesamum parviflorum, Sesamum rosaceum, Sesamum imperatricis, Sesamum senecioides,

References

William Jackson Hooker (1785-1865): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hook.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:675925-1: Govaerts R (ed.). 2023. WCVP: World Checklist of Vascular Plants [Version 11]. Facilitated by the Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew. [WWW document] URL http://sftp.kew.org/pub/data-repositories/WCVP/ [accessed 20 April 2023].