Pfaffia minarum - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
minarum
ID:
394952
Status:
valid
Authors:
Pedersen
Source:
cmp
Year:
1997
Citation Micro:
Adansonia sér. 3, 19(2): 237. 1997
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000394284
Common Names
- Pfaffia minarum
- Minarum Pfaffia
- Minarum Pfaffia
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Pfaffia minarum (also called Brazilian Ginseng, among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to South 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 minarum is used as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments such as fever, skin diseases, and digestive disorders.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Pfaffia minarum is white and has five petals. The seed is small and round. The seedlings are thin and delicate.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Pfaffia minarum is a tropical plant that is best cultivated in moist, well-drained soils. Propagation is done by seeds or cuttings. The seeds should be sown in a warm, humid environment and kept moist until germination occurs. Cuttings should be taken from healthy plants and rooted in a warm, humid environment.
Where to Find Pfaffia minarum
Pfaffia minarum is native to Brazil and can be found in moist lowland forests.
Pfaffia minarum FAQ
What is the common name of Pfaffia minarum?
Brazilian ginseng
What is the scientific name of Brazilian ginseng?
Pfaffia minarum
What is the traditional use of Pfaffia minarum?
It is traditionally used as an adaptogen and to treat inflammation, fatigue, and other health issues.
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 kew-2407778: Based on the initial data import
Troels Myndel Pedersen (1916-2000): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Pedersen' in the authors string.