Phytolacca cyclopetala - Uses, Benefits & Care
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
cyclopetala
ID:
1264323
Status:
valid
Authors:
H.Walter
Source:
tro
Year:
1909
Citation Micro:
Pflanzenr. , IV, 83: 42 (1909)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001263661
Common Names
- Cyclopetala Phytolacca
- Cyclopetala
- Phytolacca Cyclopetala
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Phytolacca cyclopetala (also called Red Ripple, among many other common names) is a perennial evergreen herbaceous plant native to Central and South America. It has thick, succulent, heart-shaped leaves with a waxy texture and reddish-brown stems. It prefers bright, indirect light and moist soil.
Uses & Benefits
Phytolacca cyclopetala is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is known to attract birds and butterflies and is drought tolerant.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Phytolacca cyclopetala has small, white flowers with yellow centers and small, round seeds. The seedlings are small and green with heart-shaped leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Phytolacca cyclopetala is a small, evergreen shrub with glossy, dark green leaves and small, white flowers. It is easy to propagate from stem cuttings and can be grown in containers or in the ground. It prefers bright, indirect light and well-draining soil. Water sparingly and allow the soil to dry out between waterings.
Where to Find Phytolacca cyclopetala
Phytolacca cyclopetala is native to South America and can be found in dry open forests and woodlands.
Phytolacca cyclopetala FAQ
What is the scientific name of Phytolacca cyclopetala?
Phytolacca cyclopetala
What is the natural habitat of Phytolacca cyclopetala?
Tropical rainforests
What is the average height of Phytolacca cyclopetala?
1-2 meters
Species in the Phytolacca genus
Phytolacca rivinoides, Phytolacca rugosa, Phytolacca sanguinea, Phytolacca octandra, Phytolacca thyrsiflora, Phytolacca meziana, Phytolacca americana, Phytolacca bogotensis, Phytolacca acinosa, Phytolacca dioica, Phytolacca dodecandra, Phytolacca icosandra, Phytolacca esculenta, Phytolacca japonica, Phytolacca tetramera, Phytolacca weberbaueri, Phytolacca goudotii, Phytolacca heterotepala, Phytolacca sandwicensis, Phytolacca heptandra, Phytolacca chilensis, Phytolacca cyclopetala, Phytolacca latbenia, Phytolacca polyandra,
Species in the Phytolaccaceae family
Anisomeria chilensis, Anisomeria coriacea, Anisomeria densiflora, Anisomeria fruticosa, Ercilla spicata, Ercilla syncarpellata, Phytolacca rivinoides, Phytolacca rugosa, Phytolacca sanguinea, Phytolacca octandra, Phytolacca thyrsiflora, Phytolacca meziana, Phytolacca americana, Phytolacca bogotensis, Phytolacca acinosa, Phytolacca dioica, Phytolacca dodecandra, Phytolacca icosandra, Phytolacca esculenta, Phytolacca japonica, Phytolacca tetramera, Phytolacca weberbaueri, Phytolacca goudotii, Phytolacca heterotepala, Phytolacca sandwicensis, Phytolacca heptandra, Phytolacca chilensis, Phytolacca cyclopetala, Phytolacca latbenia, Phytolacca polyandra,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record tro-50209655: Based on the initial data import
Hans Paul Heinrich Walter (1882-1916): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.Walter' in the authors string.