Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
heterosepala
ID:
1306353

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Eichler) Paula-Souza

Source:
Flora do Brasil 2020 (JBRJ)

Year:
2014

Citation Micro:
Phytotaxa 183: 8 (2014)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001318807

Common Names

  • Pombalia heterosepala
  • Heterosepala Tree
  • Heterosepala Palm

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Description

Pombalia heterosepala (also called Heterosepalous Pombalia, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Melastomataceae. It is native to the Atlantic Forest in Brazil. This plant is a shrub or small tree that grows up to 5 m tall, with opposite leaves and white flowers. It is found in humid montane forests.

Uses & Benefits

Pombalia heterosepala is a popular ornamental plant that is grown in gardens and landscapes for its attractive foliage and flowers. It is also used as a hedge or screen in sunny areas.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Pombalia heterosepala has small, white flowers with yellow-green lips. Its seeds are small and round with a black or brown color. The seedlings are small and have a single leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pombalia heterosepala is a tropical plant that prefers warm, humid climates. It should be grown in well-drained soil that is slightly acidic. Propagation is best done through division of the rhizomes. The divisions should be planted in a potting mix and kept moist until they have rooted.

Where to Find Pombalia heterosepala

Pombalia heterosepala can be found in the montane forests of Central and South America.

Pombalia heterosepala FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pombalia heterosepala?

Pombalia heterosepala

What is the common name of Pombalia heterosepala?

Heterosepalous Pombalia

What is the family of Pombalia heterosepala?

Bignoniaceae

Species in the Pombalia genus

Species in the Violaceae family

Agatea lecointei, Agatea longipedicellata, Agatea macrobotrys, Agatea pancheri, Agatea rufotomentosa, Agatea schlechteri, Agatea veillonii, Agatea violaris, Allexis batangae, Allexis cauliflora, Allexis obanensis, Allexis zygomorpha, Amphirrhox grandifolia, Amphirrhox longifolia, Anchietea exalata, Anchietea frangulifolia, Anchietea peruviana, Anchietea pyrifolia, Anchietea raimondii, Anchietea selloviana, Anchietea suma, Anchietea ferrucciae, Anchietea ballardii, Calyptrion arboreum, Calyptrion carthagenense, Calyptrion pubescens, Calyptrion volubile, Decorsella paradoxa, Fusispermum laxiflorum, Fusispermum minutiflorum, Fusispermum rubrolignosum, Hybanthopsis bahiensis, Hybanthus albus, Hybanthus austrocaledonicus, Hybanthus caledonicus, Hybanthus cymulosus, Hybanthus debilissimus, Hybanthus domingensis, Hybanthus durus, Hybanthus epacroides, Hybanthus galeottii, Hybanthus graminifolius, Hybanthus havanensis, Hybanthus heterosepalus, Hybanthus leptopus, Hybanthus leucanthus, Hybanthus micranthus, Hybanthus mossamedensis, Hybanthus paraguariensis, Hybanthus parviflorus,

References

August W. Eichler (1839-1887): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Eichler' in the authors string.
Juliana de Paula-Souza (b.1975): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Paula-Souza' in the authors string.