Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Genus:
Species:
costaricensis
ID:
394941

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Standl.) Borsch

Source:
cmp

Year:
1995

Citation Micro:
Novon 5: 230 (1995)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000394273



Common Names

  • Pfaffia Costaricensis
  • Costaricensis Pfaffia
  • Pfaffia Costaricensis Tree


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Synonyms

  • Iresine costaricensis Standl. [unknown]
  • Pedersenia costaricensis (Standl.) Holub [unknown]

Description

Pfaffia costaricensis (also called Costa Rican Ginseng, among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to Central America. It has a woody stem and lance-shaped leaves. It grows in moist, shady areas such as forests, woodlands, and near streams and rivers.

Uses & Benefits

Pfaffia costaricensis is used as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments such as fever, skin diseases, and digestive disorders.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Pfaffia costaricensis has small white flowers that are fragrant and have a bell-shaped corolla. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are slender and have long, pointed leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pfaffia costaricensis is a fast-growing, evergreen shrub that can reach up to 10 feet in height. It is native to tropical and subtropical regions of Brazil. Propagation is typically done by seed. The seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Germination usually takes place within 2-3 weeks.

Where to Find Pfaffia costaricensis

Pfaffia costaricensis is native to Costa Rica and can be found in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests.

Pfaffia costaricensis FAQ

What is the common name of Pfaffia costaricensis?

Brazilian ginseng

What is the scientific name of Brazilian ginseng?

Pfaffia costaricensis

What is the traditional use of Pfaffia costaricensis?

It is traditionally used as an adaptogen and to treat inflammation, fatigue, and other health issues.

Species in the Amaranthaceae family

Achyranthes arborescens, Achyranthes aspera, Achyranthes bidentata, Achyranthes diandra, Achyranthes fasciculata, Achyranthes mangarevica, Achyranthes marchionica, Achyranthes margaretarum, Achyranthes mutica, Achyranthes splendens, Achyranthes talbotii, Achyranthes shahii, Achyropsis avicularis, Achyropsis filifolia, Achyropsis fruticulosa, Achyropsis gracilis, Achyropsis laniceps, Achyropsis leptostachya, Acroglochin obtusifolia, Acroglochin persicarioides, Aerva artemisioides, Aerva caudata, Aerva congesta, Aerva coriacea, Aerva edulis, Aerva glabrata, Aerva humbertii, Aerva javanica, Aerva lanata, Aerva leucura, Aerva madagassica, Aerva microphylla, Aerva monsonia, Aerva radicans, Aerva revoluta, Aerva sanguinolenta, Aerva timorensis, Aerva triangularifolia, Aerva villosa, Aerva wightii, Agathophora alopecuroides, Agriophyllum lateriflorum, Agriophyllum latifolium, Agriophyllum minus, Agriophyllum montasirii, Agriophyllum paletzkianum, Agriophyllum squarrosum, Allenrolfea occidentalis, Allenrolfea patagonica, Allenrolfea vaginata,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2407764: Based on the initial data import
Thomas Borsch (b.1969): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Borsch' in the authors string.
Paul Carpenter Standley (1884-1963): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Standl.' in the authors string.