Pfaffia gleasonii - Uses, Benefits & Care
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
gleasonii
ID:
1251814
Status:
valid
Authors:
Suess.
Source:
tro
Year:
1938
Citation Micro:
Repert. Spec. Nov. Regni Veg. 44: 41 (1938)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001251152
Common Names
- Pfaffia
- Gleason's Pfaffia
- Gleasonii Pfaffia
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Pfaffia gleasonii (also called Gleason's Pfaffia, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Amaranthaceae family. It is native to Brazil. It is found in tropical and subtropical forests, often near streams.
Uses & Benefits
Pfaffia gleasonii is a popular ornamental plant used in gardens and aquariums. It is known for its unique foliage and is easy to care for.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Pfaffia gleasonii has small, white flowers that grow in clusters on the tips of the stems. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and delicate.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Pfaffia gleasonii can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept in a warm, humid environment until germination occurs. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and rooted in a moist soil mix. Once established, the plants should be kept in a warm, sunny location.
Where to Find Pfaffia gleasonii
Pfaffia gleasonii can be found in the Amazon region of Brazil.
Pfaffia gleasonii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Pfaffia gleasonii?
Pfaffia gleasonii
What is the common name of Pfaffia gleasonii?
Gleason's pfaffia
What is the natural habitat of Pfaffia gleasonii?
Pfaffia gleasonii is found in tropical and subtropical regions of Central and South America
Species in the Pfaffia genus
Pfaffia aurata, Pfaffia argyrea, Pfaffia aphylla, Pfaffia acutifolia, Pfaffia tuberculosa, Pfaffia townsendii, Pfaffia velutina, Pfaffia sarcophylla, Pfaffia sericantha, Pfaffia gnaphalioides, Pfaffia glomerata, Pfaffia glabrata, Pfaffia fruticulosa, Pfaffia elata, Pfaffia denudata, Pfaffia costaricensis, Pfaffia completa, Pfaffia minarum, Pfaffia jubata, Pfaffia iresinoides, Pfaffia hirtula, Pfaffia siqueiriana, Pfaffia tuberosa, Pfaffia cipoana, Pfaffia rupestris, Pfaffia densipellita, Pfaffia gleasonii, Pfaffia rotundifolia,
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 tro-50160059: Based on the initial data import
Karl Suessenguth (1893-1955): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Suess.' in the authors string.