Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Rosales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
succulentus
ID:
472945

Status:
valid

Authors:
Elmer

Source:
ksu

Year:
1910

Citation Micro:
Leafl. Philipp. Bot. 3: 897 (1910)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000472277

Common Names

  • Succulentus
  • Pipturus
  • Pipturus succulentus

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Synonyms

  • Pseudopipturus succulentus (Elmer) Skottsb. [unknown]

Description

Pipturus succulentus (also called 'Succulent 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 succulentus 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

The flowers of Pipturus succulentus are small, white and bell-shaped, with five petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and have a single, thin, upright stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pipturus succulentus is a shrub that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can be grown in a variety of climates.

Where to Find Pipturus succulentus

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

Pipturus succulentus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pipturus succulentus?

Pipturus succulentus

What type of plant is Pipturus succulentus?

Tree

What is the natural habitat of Pipturus succulentus?

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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