Pipturus vitiensis - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Rosales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
vitiensis
ID:
472976
Status:
valid
Authors:
A.C.Sm.
Source:
ksu
Year:
1942
Citation Micro:
Sargentia 1: 29 (1942)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000472308
Common Names
- Vitiensis Pipturus
- Pipturus vitiensis
- Vitiensis Pipturus
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- Pipturus gracilipes A.Gray ex Wedd. [invalid]
Description
Pipturus vitiensis (also called Fiji Cloak, among many other common names) is a small, evergreen shrub native to Fiji. It has small, oval leaves and produces white flowers. It is found in lowland forests and scrublands.
Uses & Benefits
Pipturus vitiensis 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 vitiensis 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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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Pipturus vitiensis 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 vitiensis
Pipturus vitiensis can be found in Australia, New Zealand, and New Caledonia.
Pipturus vitiensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Pipturus vitiensis?
Pipturus vitiensis
What is the common name of Pipturus vitiensis?
Fiji Pipturus
What is the natural habitat of Pipturus vitiensis?
Dry sclerophyll forests and woodlands
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
Albert Charles Smith (1906-1999): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.C.Sm.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:855965-1: Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.