Status:
valid
Authors:
K.R.Thiele
Source:
ksu
Year:
2008
Citation Micro:
Nuytsia 18: 281 (2008)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000510038
Common Names
- Pilostyles coccoidea
- Coccoid Pilostyles
- Coccoidea Pilostyles
Description
Pilostyles coccoidea (also called Coccoidea Pilostyles, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to tropical regions of South and Central America. It has thick, fleshy, arrow-shaped leaves and small, white flowers. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and partial shade.
Uses & Benefits
Pilostyles coccoidea is an ornamental plant that is used in gardens and parks. It has attractive foliage and produces small, yellow flowers that attract bees and other pollinators.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Pilostyles coccoidea is yellow and has five petals. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have green leaves and white stems.
Cultivation and Propagation
Pilostyles coccoidea is a small, evergreen shrub that grows up to 1 m (3 ft) tall. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring in a well-drained, sandy soil. Cuttings should be taken in spring or early summer and planted in a well-drained, sandy soil.
Where to Find Pilostyles coccoidea
Pilostyles coccoidea can be found in the tropical forests of Central and South America.
Pilostyles coccoidea FAQ
What is the scientific name of Pilostyles coccoidea?
Pilostyles coccoidea
What is the common name of Pilostyles coccoidea?
Coccoidea
Where is Pilostyles coccoidea found?
It is found in Mexico and Guatemala
Species in the Pilostyles genus
Pilostyles aethiopica,
Pilostyles berteroi,
Pilostyles collina,
Pilostyles mexicana,
Pilostyles coccoidea,
Pilostyles blanchetii,
Pilostyles thurberi,
Pilostyles pringlei,
Pilostyles hamiltonii,
Pilostyles haussknechtii,
Species in the Apodanthaceae family
Apodanthes caseariae,
Pilostyles aethiopica,
Pilostyles berteroi,
Pilostyles collina,
Pilostyles mexicana,
Pilostyles coccoidea,
Pilostyles blanchetii,
Pilostyles thurberi,
Pilostyles pringlei,
Pilostyles hamiltonii,
Pilostyles haussknechtii,