Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Brassicales
Species:
effusum
ID:
1280072

Status:
valid

Authors:
(O.E.Schulz) Al-Shehbaz

Source:
tro

Year:
2006

Citation Micro:
Darwiniana 44: 354 (2006)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001279410

Common Names

  • Effuse Polypodium
  • Polypodium effusum
  • Polypodium effusum

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Description

Polypsecadium effusum (also called 'Effusum Polypsecadium', among many other common names) is a shrub native to South America. It grows to a height of up to 3 feet and has small, white flowers. It is found in dry, rocky areas and is often used as an ornamental plant.

Uses & Benefits

Polypsecadium effusum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used for its medicinal properties, such as treating skin conditions and digestive issues.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Polypsecadium effusum is a white or pinkish-white, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed of the plant is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings of Polypsecadium effusum are small, dark green, and have a single, long stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Polypsecadium effusum can be propagated by seed, division or cuttings. It should be grown in moist, well-drained soil in a sheltered, partially shaded position. It is tolerant of light frosts and can be grown in a wide range of climates.

Where to Find Polypsecadium effusum

Polypsecadium effusum is found in the Andes of Peru and Bolivia.

Polypsecadium effusum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Polypsecadium effusum?

Polypsecadium effusum

What is the common name of Polypsecadium effusum?

Effuse Polypsecadium

What is the natural habitat of Polypsecadium effusum?

It is native to Argentina, where it grows in tropical and subtropical forests.

Species in the Brassicaceae family

Abdra brachycarpa, Abdra aprica, Acuston perenne, Aethionema rhodopaeum, Aethionema alanyae, Aethionema arabicum, Aethionema armenum, Aethionema capitatum, Aethionema carlsbergii, Aethionema carneum, Aethionema cephalanthum, Aethionema cordatum, Aethionema coridifolium, Aethionema demirizii, Aethionema diastrophis, Aethionema dumanii, Aethionema edentulum, Aethionema eunomioides, Aethionema fimbriatum, Aethionema froedinii, Aethionema gileadense, Aethionema glaucinum, Aethionema grandiflorum, Aethionema heterocarpum, Aethionema heterophyllum, Aethionema huber-morathii, Aethionema karamanicum, Aethionema lepidioides, Aethionema levandowskyi, Aethionema lycium, Aethionema marashicum, Aethionema membranaceum, Aethionema munzurense, Aethionema orbiculatum, Aethionema papillosum, Aethionema retsina, Aethionema saxatile, Aethionema schistosum, Aethionema semnanensis, Aethionema speciosum, Aethionema spicatum, Aethionema stylosum, Aethionema subulatum, Aethionema syriacum, Aethionema thesiifolium, Aethionema thomasianum, Aethionema transhyrcanum, Aethionema turcicum, Aethionema umbellatum, Aethionema virgatum,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record tro-50303912: Based on the initial data import
Otto Eugen Schulz (1874-1936): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'O.E.Schulz' in the authors string.
Ihsan Ali Al-Shehbaz (b.1939): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Al-Shehbaz' in the authors string.