Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Rosales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
platyphyllus
ID:
472942

Status:
valid

Authors:
Wedd.

Source:
ksu

Year:
1869

Citation Micro:
Prodr. 16(1): 235(19) (1869)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000472274

Common Names

  • Platyphyllus
  • Pipturus
  • Pipturus platyphyllus

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Synonyms

  • Perlarius platyphyllus Kuntze [unknown]

Description

Pipturus platyphyllus (also called 'Broad-leaved Pipturus', among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Urticaceae family. It is native to Southeast Asia. It is found in moist forests, and is a shrub or small tree.

Uses & Benefits

Pipturus platyphyllus is an ornamental plant used for landscaping and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating fever, headaches, and stomachaches.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Pipturus platyphyllus has small, white flowers with yellow centers. The flowers are borne in clusters. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pipturus platyphyllus is an evergreen shrub that can reach up to 2m in height. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is best done by cuttings in spring or summer. The cuttings should be taken from the current season's growth and planted in a well-drained medium. Rooting hormone can be used to increase the chances of successful propagation.

Where to Find Pipturus platyphyllus

Pipturus platyphyllus can be found in Australia, New Zealand, and New Caledonia.

Pipturus platyphyllus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pipturus platyphyllus?

Pipturus platyphyllus

What type of plant is Pipturus platyphyllus?

Tree

What is the natural habitat of Pipturus platyphyllus?

Tropical rainforest

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,

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