Status:
valid
Authors:
(Balf.f.) Razafim., Lantz & B.Bremer
Source:
wcs
Year:
2007
Citation Micro:
Novon 17: 520 (2007)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000836534
Common Names
- Pyrostria revoluta
- Revoluta Pyrostria
- Pyrostria
Description
Pyrostria revoluta (also called Revoluta Pyrostria, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree native to tropical Africa. It has a dense, rounded crown and grows up to 10 m tall. Its leaves are simple, opposite, oblong-elliptic, and measure up to 10 cm long. It is found in lowland and montane rainforests, secondary forests, and disturbed areas.
Uses & Benefits
Pyrostria revoluta is used as an ornamental plant due to its attractive foliage and showy flowers.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Pyrostria revoluta is white and has five petals. The seed is small and round, and the seedlings are thin and have long, narrow leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Pyrostria revoluta is a small, evergreen shrub native to Madagascar. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining potting mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and rooted in a moist, well-draining potting mix. Once established, the plants should be watered regularly and fertilized every few weeks.
Where to Find Pyrostria revoluta
Pyrostria revoluta can be found in Madagascar.
Pyrostria revoluta FAQ
What is the scientific name of Pyrostria revoluta?
Pyrostria revoluta
What is the natural habitat of Pyrostria revoluta?
It is found in the tropical rainforest of Madagascar
What is the flowering period of Pyrostria revoluta?
It flowers from April to June
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
Henrik Lantz: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lantz' in the authors string.