Graceful pouzolzsbush (Pouzolzia zeylanica, Pl. Jav. Rar.: 67 (1838))

Family: Urticaceae

Author: (L.) Benn.

Bibliography: Pl. Jav. Rar.: 67 (1838)

Year: 1838

Status: accepted

Rank: species

Genus: Pouzolzia

Vegetable: False

Observations: Trop. & Subtrop. Asia to N. Australia

Description

The Graceful Pouzolzsbush, scientifically known as Pouzolzia zeylanica, is a notable species within the Urticaceae family. First described in the notable work Plantae Javanicae Rariores in 1838, this plant was recorded by the author (L.) Benn., delineating its unique characteristics and distribution.

Native to a broad range across Tropical and Subtropical Asia, the Graceful Pouzolzsbush’s growth extends to regions in Northern Australia, highlighting its adaptability to various climatic conditions. The plant thrives in these diverse environments, showcasing its resilience and ecological versatility.

The presence of Pouzolzia zeylanica in these regions underlines its significance within local ecosystems. It plays a critical role in the regional flora, potentially supporting various forms of wildlife and complementing the biodiversity. Despite its seemingly unassuming appearance, the Graceful Pouzolzsbush holds ecological value, contributing to the natural tapestry of the areas it inhabits.

Researchers and botanists continue to study this species to further understand its properties, benefits, and interactions within its habitat. The enduring interest in Pouzolzia zeylanica reflects its importance and the ongoing efforts to preserve and appreciate the richness of plant life across our planet.

Common Names

Eng: graceful pouzolzsbush
Khm: មុខឈ្នាង
En: Graceful pouzolzsbush, Graceful Pouzolz’s-Bush
Km: មុខឈ្នាង

Synonyms

• Parietaria zeylanica (L.)
• Pouzolzia zeylanica var. alienata ((Wedd.) Sasaki)
• Pouzolzia indica var. alienata (Wedd.)

Distribution

• Andaman Is. (native)
• Assam (native)
• Bangladesh (native)
• Borneo (native)
• Cambodia (native)
• Caroline Is. (native)
• China North-Central (native)
• China South-Central (native)
• China Southeast (native)
• East Himalaya (native)
• India (native)
• Japan (native)
• Jawa (native)
• Laccadive Is. (native)
• Laos (native)
• Lesser Sunda Is. (native)
• Malaya (native)
• Maldives (native)
• Maluku (native)
• Myanmar (native)
• Nansei-shoto (native)
• Nepal (native)
• New Guinea (native)
• Nicobar Is. (native)
• Northern Territory (native)
• Pakistan (native)
• Philippines (native)
• Queensland (native)
• Socotra (native)
• Solomon Is. (native)
• Sri Lanka (native)
• Sulawesi (native)
• Sumatera (native)
• Taiwan (native)
• Thailand (native)
• Vietnam (native)
• West Himalaya (native)
• Western Australia (native)
• El Salvador (introduced)
• Florida (introduced)

Additional Images

Leaf

Taken Apr 14, 2022 by bikash singh (cc-by-sa)

Taken Oct 24, 2021 by selondjor (cc-by-sa)

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Sources

• WFO (No URL)
• IPNI (No URL)
• POWO (http://powo.science.kew.org/taxon/urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:856264-1)
• GBIF (https://www.gbif.org/species/2984383)
• PlantNet (https://identify.plantnet.org/species/the-plant-list/Pouzolzia zeylanica (L.) Benn.)

Specifications

Growth habit>: Forb/herb

Growth