Pyrostria polymorpha - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
A.Rich. ex DC.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1830
Citation Micro:
Prodr. 4: 464 (1830)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000289297
Common Names
- Pyrostria polymorpha
- Pyrostria
- Pyrostria Tree
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Pyrostria polymorpha (also called 'Many-Formed Pyrostria', among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree, up to 5 m tall, with a dense, rounded crown. It is native to the tropical regions of Africa, from Ethiopia to Angola, and is found in a variety of habitats, from dry woodlands to moist forests.
Uses & Benefits
Pyrostria polymorpha is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used for its medicinal properties to treat fever, skin diseases, and stomach disorders.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Pyrostria polymorpha has small white flowers with five petals and yellow anthers. The seeds are small, black and glossy. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of opposite leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Pyrostria polymorpha can be propagated by seed or division. Sow the seeds in a well-drained soil in spring or autumn. Divide the clumps in spring or autumn. It prefers a sunny position in well-drained soil.
Where to Find Pyrostria polymorpha
Pyrostria polymorpha is native to the Caribbean, Central America, and northern South America.
Pyrostria polymorpha FAQ
What is the scientific name of Pyrostria polymorpha?
Pyrostria polymorpha
What is the common name of Pyrostria polymorpha?
Unknown
What is the natural habitat of Pyrostria polymorpha?
Tropical forests
Species in the Pyrostria genus
Pyrostria affinis, Pyrostria alaotrensis, Pyrostria alluaudii, Pyrostria amporoforensis, Pyrostria analamazaotrensis, Pyrostria andilanensis, Pyrostria angustifolia, Pyrostria anjouanensis, Pyrostria ankazobeensis, Pyrostria bibracteata, Pyrostria bispathacea, Pyrostria breonii, Pyrostria chapmanii, Pyrostria commersonii, Pyrostria cordifolia, Pyrostria fasciculata, Pyrostria ferruginea, Pyrostria hystrix, Pyrostria lobulata, Pyrostria macrophylla, Pyrostria madagascariensis, Pyrostria major, Pyrostria media, Pyrostria orbicularis, Pyrostria phyllanthoidea, Pyrostria pseudocommersonii, Pyrostria sarodranensis, Pyrostria socotrana, Pyrostria urschii, Pyrostria uzungwaensis, Pyrostria variistipula, Pyrostria viburnoides, Pyrostria inflata, Pyrostria isomonensis, Pyrostria italyensis, Pyrostria pendula, Pyrostria serpentina, Pyrostria ixorifolia, Pyrostria richardiae, Pyrostria revoluta, Pyrostria perrieri, Pyrostria oleifolia, Pyrostria neriifolia, Pyrostria louvelii, Pyrostria longiflora, Pyrostria capuronii, Pyrostria asosa, Pyrostria antsirananensis, Pyrostria antsalovensis, Pyrostria ankaranensis,
Species in the Rubiaceae family
Acranthera abbreviata, Acranthera anamallica, Acranthera athroophlebia, Acranthera atropella, Acranthera aurantiaca, Acranthera axilliflora, Acranthera bullata, Acranthera capitata, Acranthera ceylanica, Acranthera didymocarpa, Acranthera endertii, Acranthera frutescens, Acranthera grandiflora, Acranthera hallieri, Acranthera hirtostipula, Acranthera involucrata, Acranthera johannis-winkleri, Acranthera lanceolata, Acranthera longipes, Acranthera longipetiolata, Acranthera maculata, Acranthera megaphylla, Acranthera monantha, Acranthera nieuwenhuisii, Acranthera ophiorhizoides, Acranthera parviflora, Acranthera philippensis, Acranthera ruttenii, Acranthera salmonea, Acranthera siamensis, Acranthera siliquosa, Acranthera simalurensis, Acranthera sinensis, Acranthera strigosa, Acranthera tomentosa, Acranthera variegata, Acranthera velutinervia, Acranthera yatesii, Acranthera philippinensis, Acranthera burmanica, Acranthera virescens, Acranthera hoangii, Acranthera collina, Acrobotrys discolor, Acrosynanthus jamaicensis, Acrosynanthus latifolius, Acrosynanthus minor, Acrosynanthus ovatus, Acrosynanthus parvifolius, Acrosynanthus revolutus,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-171343: Based on the initial data import
Achille Richard (1794-1852): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.Rich.' in the authors string.
Augustin Pyramus de Candolle (1778-1841): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'DC.' in the authors string.