Polypsecadium harmsianum - Uses, Benefits & Care
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Brassicales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
harmsianum
ID:
1238152
Status:
valid
Authors:
O.E.Schulz
Source:
tro
Year:
1924
Citation Micro:
Pflanzenr. , IV, 105(86): 177 (1924)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001237490
Common Names
- Polypsecadium harmsianum
- Harmsianum Polypsecadium
- Polypsecadium
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Polypsecadium harmsianum (also called 'Harms's Polypsecadium', among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Gesneriaceae. It is native to Colombia. It is found in moist deciduous forests and grasslands.
Uses & Benefits
Polypsecadium harmsianum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is known for its attractive foliage.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Polypsecadium harmsianum is a white to yellowish-green, small, tubular flower with a short, curved spur. The seed is a small, ovoid, dark brown to black, and the seedling has two cotyledons.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Polypsecadium harmsianum is a slow-growing perennial that can be propagated from seed. The seeds should be sown in a well-draining potting mix and kept moist until germination. Once the seedlings have emerged, they should be thinned to prevent overcrowding. The seedlings should be transplanted into their permanent location when they are large enough to handle.
Where to Find Polypsecadium harmsianum
Polypsecadium harmsianum is native to South America and can be found in Argentina, Bolivia, and Peru.
Polypsecadium harmsianum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Polypsecadium harmsianum?
Polypsecadium harmsianum
What is the common name of Polypsecadium harmsianum?
Harms' Polypsecadium
What is the natural habitat of Polypsecadium harmsianum?
Tropical rainforests
Species in the Polypsecadium genus
Polypsecadium litorale, Polypsecadium grandiflorum, Polypsecadium harmsianum, Polypsecadium adscendens, Polypsecadium arnottianum, Polypsecadium brasiliense, Polypsecadium effusum, Polypsecadium gilliesii, Polypsecadium llatasii, Polypsecadium magellanicum, Polypsecadium rusbyi, Polypsecadium solidagineum, Polypsecadium tucumanense, Polypsecadium zoellneri, Polypsecadium apolobamba,
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-50094775: Based on the initial data import
Otto Eugen Schulz (1874-1936): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'O.E.Schulz' in the authors string.