Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Species:
undulatus
ID:
482877

Status:
valid

Authors:
Baker f.

Source:
ksu

Year:
1899

Citation Micro:
J. Bot. 37: 62 (1899)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000482209

Common Names

  • Pterodiscus undulatus
  • Undulate Pterodiscus
  • African Daisy

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Description

Pterodiscus undulatus (also called Pterodiscus undulatus, 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 undulatus 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 undulatus 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 undulatus is a fast-growing, evergreen shrub that can reach up to 95 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 undulatus

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

Pterodiscus undulatus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pterodiscus undulatus?

Pterodiscus undulatus

What is the common name of Pterodiscus undulatus?

Undulated Discus

What is the natural habitat of Pterodiscus undulatus?

Tropical rainforests of Central and South America

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

Edmund Gilbert Baker (1864-1949): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Baker f.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:675926-1: 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].