Pipturus australium - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Rosales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
australium
ID:
473187
Status:
valid
Authors:
J.Florence
Source:
ksu
Year:
1997
Citation Micro:
Fl. Polynésie Franç. 1: 248 (1997)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000472519
Common Names
- Pipturus Australium
- Maui Nettle
- Maui Nettle Tree
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Pipturus australium (also called Australian Pipturus, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the nettle family Urticaceae. It is native to tropical Asia and the Pacific Islands. This plant typically grows in moist forests, woodlands, and along streams.
Uses & Benefits
Pipturus australium is a popular houseplant and is often used in terrariums and hanging baskets. It is also used as an ornamental ground cover in gardens and as a border plant. It is known to be a good air purifier and can help reduce indoor air pollution.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Pipturus australium has small white flowers with four petals and yellow anthers. Its seeds are small, round and black. The seedlings have small, oval-shaped leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Pipturus australium is a tropical plant that is best cultivated in warm, humid climates with plenty of light and water. Propagation is best done through stem cuttings or by dividing the root ball.
Where to Find Pipturus australium
Pipturus australium can be found in tropical regions of South America and the Caribbean.
Pipturus australium FAQ
What is the scientific name of Pipturus australium?
Pipturus australium
Where is Pipturus australium native to?
Central America
What is the growth habit of Pipturus australium?
It is an evergreen perennial with a spreading habit.
Species in the Pipturus genus
Pipturus schaeferi, Pipturus platyphyllus, Pipturus subinteger, Pipturus succulentus, Pipturus lithospermum, Pipturus micronesicus, Pipturus montanus, Pipturus polynesicus, Pipturus oreophilus, Pipturus tooviianus, Pipturus verticillatus, Pipturus viridis, Pipturus vitiensis, Pipturus ledermannii, Pipturus grandifolius, Pipturus cinnamomeus, Pipturus grantii, Pipturus henryanus, Pipturus hubertii, Pipturus angustifolius, Pipturus dentatus, Pipturus australium, Pipturus ceramicus, Pipturus argenteus, Pipturus albidus, Pipturus forbesii, Pipturus kauaiensis, Pipturus ruber, Pipturus asper, Pipturus pullei,
Species in the Urticaceae family
Archiboehmeria atrata, Astrothalamus reticulatus, Australina flaccida, Australina pusilla, Australina pusilla, Boehmeria aspera, Boehmeria balslevii, Boehmeria beyeri, Boehmeria brevirostris, Boehmeria bullata, Boehmeria burgeriana, Boehmeria caudata, Boehmeria celtidifolia, Boehmeria clidemioides, Boehmeria conica, Boehmeria cylindrica, Boehmeria densiflora, Boehmeria depauperata, Boehmeria didymogyne, Boehmeria dura, Boehmeria egregia, Boehmeria excelsa, Boehmeria grandis, Boehmeria hamiltoniana, Boehmeria helferi, Boehmeria heterophylla, Boehmeria holosericea, Boehmeria japonica, Boehmeria kiusiana, Boehmeria kurzii, Boehmeria lanceolata, Boehmeria martii, Boehmeria multiflora, Boehmeria nakashimae, Boehmeria nivea, Boehmeria ourantha, Boehmeria pavonii, Boehmeria penduliflora, Boehmeria pilosiuscula, Boehmeria platanifolia, Boehmeria polystachya, Boehmeria radiata, Boehmeria ramiflora, Boehmeria repens, Boehmeria rugosissima, Boehmeria siamensis, Boehmeria sieboldiana, Boehmeria spicigera, Boehmeria splitgerbera, Boehmeria ternifolia,
References
Jacques Florence (b.1951): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.Florence' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:999614-1: Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.