Pourouma mollis - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Rosales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
mollis
ID:
395677
Status:
valid
Authors:
Trécul
Source:
cmp
Year:
1847
Citation Micro:
Ann. Sci. Nat., Bot. , sér. 3, 8: 102 (1847)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000395009
Common Names
- Mollis Pourouma
- Mollis Cabbage Tree
- Mollis Cabbage Palm
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Pourouma mollis (also called 'Soft Pourouma', among many other common names) is a perennial shrub native to South America. It has oval-shaped leaves and small, white flowers. It grows in moist, shady habitats, such as rainforests and riverbanks.
Uses & Benefits
Pourouma mollis is used as a medicinal plant, for its anti-inflammatory properties, and as a food source.
Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species
Pourouma mollis sub. triloba (Trécul) C.C.Berg & HeusdenPourouma mollis sub. mollis
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Pourouma mollis is a small yellow or white flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, hard seed. The seedlings are small, with a single pair of leaves.
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Pourouma mollis is a tropical plant that can be propagated by seed or stem cuttings. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and full sun to partial shade. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to 0°C (32°F). Pruning is recommended to encourage bushier growth.
Where to Find Pourouma mollis
Pourouma mollis is found in French Guiana and Suriname.
Pourouma mollis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Pourouma mollis?
Pourouma mollis
What is the common name of Pourouma mollis?
Mollis Pourouma
Where is Pourouma mollis found?
Pourouma mollis is found in the Amazon rainforest in South America.
Species in the Pourouma genus
Pourouma velutina, Pourouma tomentosa, Pourouma cucura, Pourouma cecropiifolia, Pourouma bicolor, Pourouma acuminata, Pourouma bolivarensis, Pourouma melinonii, Pourouma guianensis, Pourouma ovata, Pourouma mollis, Pourouma minor, Pourouma elliptica, Pourouma ferruginea, Pourouma myrmecophila, Pourouma phaeotricha, Pourouma oraria, Pourouma cuspidata, Pourouma herrerensis, Pourouma napoensis, Pourouma hirsutipetiolata, Pourouma floccosa, Pourouma petiolulata, Pourouma villosa, Pourouma formicarum, Pourouma stipulacea, Pourouma saulensis, Pourouma cordata, Pourouma montana, Pourouma amacayacuensis, Pourouma bergii,
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
Auguste Adolphe Lucien Trécul (1818-1896): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Trécul' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:856087-1: Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.