Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Rosales
Family:
Species:
amboinense
ID:
395590

Status:
valid

Authors:
Zipp. & Miq.

Source:
ksu

Year:
1864

Citation Micro:
Ann. Mus. Bot. Lugduno-Batavi 1: 203 (1864)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000394922

Common Names

  • Poikilospermum amboinense
  • Amboinense Poikilospermum
  • Amboinense False Daisy

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Synonyms

  • Poikilospermum subscaber (H.J.P.Winkl.) Merr. [valid]
  • Conocephalus amboinensis Warb. [unknown]
  • Conocephalus subscaber H.J.P.Winkl. [unknown]

Description

Poikilospermum amboinense (also called 'Amboina Poikilospermum', among many other common names) is a perennial shrub native to Southeast Asia. It has large, leathery leaves and small, white flowers. It grows in moist, shady habitats, such as rainforests and riverbanks.

Uses & Benefits

Poikilospermum amboinense is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Poikilospermum amboinense has small, yellow flowers with five petals. The seeds are small, brown and oval in shape. The seedlings are thin and have a single cotyledon.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Poikilospermum amboinense is a tropical perennial that can be grown in full sun or partial shade. It is propagated by seed or cuttings. Cuttings should be taken from the stems in the spring or summer and planted in a well-draining potting mix. The seeds should be sown in a well-draining potting mix and kept moist until germination occurs. The plants should be watered regularly and fertilized every few weeks.

Where to Find Poikilospermum amboinense

Poikilospermum amboinense is native to India, Sri Lanka, and the Andaman Islands. It is found in tropical and subtropical forests, usually in moist and shady places.

Poikilospermum amboinense FAQ

What is the scientific name of Poikilospermum amboinense?

Poikilospermum amboinense

What is the family of Poikilospermum amboinense?

Asteraceae

What is the common name of Poikilospermum amboinense?

N/A

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

Friedrich Anton Wilhelm Miquel (1811-1871): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Miq.' in the authors string.
Alexander Zippelius (1797-1828): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Zipp.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:856017-1: Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.