Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Rosales
Family:
Species:
paxianum
ID:
395563

Status:
valid

Authors:
(H.J.P.Winkl.) Merr.

Source:
ksu

Year:
1934

Citation Micro:
Contr. Arnold Arbor. 8: 51 (1934)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000394895

Common Names

  • Poikilospermum paxianum
  • Pax's Poikilospermum
  • Pax's False Daisy

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Synonyms

  • Conocephalus paxianus H.J.P.Winkl. [unknown]

Description

Poikilospermum paxianum (also called Poikilospermum paxianum, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the tropical regions of South America. It is a member of the family Melastomataceae and is found in humid and wet forests, as well as in disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Poikilospermum paxianum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Poikilospermum paxianum has small, yellow flowers with five petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are thin and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Poikilospermum paxianum is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers moist, well-drained soils in full sun to partial shade. It is tolerant of a wide range of soils and is drought tolerant once established.

Where to Find Poikilospermum paxianum

Poikilospermum paxianum is native to India, Sri Lanka, and the Andaman Islands. It is found in tropical and subtropical forests, usually in moist and shady places.

Poikilospermum paxianum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Poikilospermum paxianum?

Poikilospermum paxianum

What is the family of Poikilospermum paxianum?

Asteraceae

What is the common name of Poikilospermum paxianum?

N/A

Species in the Urticaceae family

Archiboehmeria atrata, Astrothalamus reticulatus, Australina flaccida, Australina pusilla, Australina pusilla, Boehmeria aspera, Boehmeria balslevii, Boehmeria beyeri, Boehmeria brevirostris, Boehmeria bullata, Boehmeria burgeriana, Boehmeria caudata, Boehmeria celtidifolia, Boehmeria clidemioides, Boehmeria conica, Boehmeria cylindrica, Boehmeria densiflora, Boehmeria depauperata, Boehmeria didymogyne, Boehmeria dura, Boehmeria egregia, Boehmeria excelsa, Boehmeria grandis, Boehmeria hamiltoniana, Boehmeria helferi, Boehmeria heterophylla, Boehmeria holosericea, Boehmeria japonica, Boehmeria kiusiana, Boehmeria kurzii, Boehmeria lanceolata, Boehmeria martii, Boehmeria multiflora, Boehmeria nakashimae, Boehmeria nivea, Boehmeria ourantha, Boehmeria pavonii, Boehmeria penduliflora, Boehmeria pilosiuscula, Boehmeria platanifolia, Boehmeria polystachya, Boehmeria radiata, Boehmeria ramiflora, Boehmeria repens, Boehmeria rugosissima, Boehmeria siamensis, Boehmeria sieboldiana, Boehmeria spicigera, Boehmeria splitgerbera, Boehmeria ternifolia,

References

Elmer Drew Merrill (1876-1956): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Merr.' in the authors string.
Hubert J. P. Winkler (1875-1941): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.J.P.Winkl.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:856043-1: Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.