Pfaffia rotundifolia - Uses, Benefits & Care
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
rotundifolia
ID:
1278863
Status:
valid
Authors:
Pedersen
Source:
tro
Year:
1997
Citation Micro:
Adansonia sér. 3, 19(2): 239. 1997
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001278201
Common Names
- Pfaffia rotundifolia
- Rotundifolia Pfaffia
- Pfaffia
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Pfaffia rotundifolia (also called 'Round-leaved Pfaffia', among many other common names) is a small shrub native to Central and South America. It grows up to 2 meters tall and has small, white flowers. It prefers humid, tropical climates and can be found in rainforests, woodlands, and other moist habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Pfaffia rotundifolia is used as a source of food, medicine, and for making dyes and inks.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Pfaffia rotundifolia are small, white, and clustered in dense spikes. The seeds are small, black, and round in shape. The seedlings are small, with ovate leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Pfaffia rotundifolia is a low-growing, evergreen shrub with small, glossy green leaves. It can be propagated from cuttings or by division. It prefers a moist, well-drained soil in a sunny or partially shaded position. It is tolerant of drought and salt spray.
Where to Find Pfaffia rotundifolia
Pfaffia rotundifolia is native to the tropical and subtropical regions of South America.
Pfaffia rotundifolia FAQ
What is the scientific name of Pfaffia rotundifolia?
Pfaffia rotundifolia
What are the common names of Pfaffia rotundifolia?
Round-Leaved Pfaffia, Round-Leaved Pfaffia Plant
What type of plant is Pfaffia rotundifolia?
Pfaffia rotundifolia is a species of flowering plant in the Amaranthaceae family
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-50296960: Based on the initial data import
Troels Myndel Pedersen (1916-2000): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Pedersen' in the authors string.