Status:
valid
Authors:
(J.Poiss.) Taub.
Source:
cmp
Year:
1890
Citation Micro:
Oesterr. Bot. Z. 40: 409 (1890)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000473111
Common Names
- Phyllostylon Rhamnoides
- Rhamnoid Phyllostylon
- Rhamnoid False Pilea
Synonyms
- Phyllostylon brasiliensis Capan. ex Benth. & Hook.f. [unknown]
- Samaroceltis rhamnoides J.Poiss. [unknown]
- Phyllostylon brasiliense Capan. ex Benth. & Hook.f. [unknown]
- Phyllostylon orthopterum Hallier f. [unknown]
Description
Phyllostylon rhamnoides (also called Rhamnoid Phyllostylon, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the Mediterranean region. It grows in dry, sunny areas and has a hairy stem and leaves, with small white flowers.
Uses & Benefits
Phyllostylon rhamnoides is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It is also used for erosion control.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Phyllostylon rhamnoides has small, yellow flowers with five petals. The seed is a small, dark brown nutlet. The seedlings have a single pair of cotyledons and a few long, narrow leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Phyllostylon rhamnoides is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate light shade. It can be propagated by seed or division in spring or autumn.
Where to Find Phyllostylon rhamnoides
Phyllostylon rhamnoides is native to Mexico.
Phyllostylon rhamnoides FAQ
What is the optimal temperature for Phyllostylon rhamnoides?
Phyllostylon rhamnoides prefers a temperature range of 65-75°F (18-24°C).
How much light does Phyllostylon rhamnoides need?
Phyllostylon rhamnoides prefers bright, indirect light.
How often should Phyllostylon rhamnoides be watered?
Phyllostylon rhamnoides should be watered when the top inch of soil is dry.
Species in the Phyllostylon genus
Species in the Ulmaceae family
Ampelocera albertiae,
Ampelocera cubensis,
Ampelocera edentula,
Ampelocera glabra,
Ampelocera hottlei,
Ampelocera longissima,
Ampelocera macphersonii,
Ampelocera macrocarpa,
Ampelocera pubescens,
Ampelocera ruizii,
Ampelocera verrucosa,
Chaetachme aristata,
Hemiptelea davidii,
Holoptelea grandis,
Holoptelea integrifolia,
Phyllostylon rhamnoides,
Planera aquatica,
Ulmus minor,
Ulmus mexicana,
Ulmus lesueurii,
Ulmus laevis,
Ulmus glabra,
Ulmus elliptica,
Ulmus hollandica,
Ulmus uyematsui,
Ulmus rubra,
Ulmus pumila,
Ulmus thomasii,
Ulmus brandisiana,
Ulmus androssowii,
Ulmus canescens,
Ulmus americana,
Ulmus alata,
Ulmus davidiana,
Ulmus glaucescens,
Ulmus parvifolia,
Ulmus serotina,
Ulmus crassifolia,
Ulmus laciniata,
Ulmus macrocarpa,
Ulmus castaneifolia,
Ulmus bergmanniana,
Ulmus changii,
Ulmus elongata,
Ulmus gaussenii,
Ulmus lamellosa,
Ulmus kunmingensis,
Ulmus harbinensis,
Ulmus pseudopropinqua,
Ulmus chenmoui,