Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Genus:
Species:
lappacea
ID:
395136

Status:
valid

Authors:
(L.) Juss.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1803

Citation Micro:
Ann. Mus. Natl. Hist. Nat. 2: 132 (1803)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000394468

Common Names

  • Pupalia lappacea
  • Lappaceious Pupalia
  • Kapok Bush

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Synonyms

  • Achyranthes atropurpurea Lam. [unknown]
  • Achyranthes echinata Retz. [unknown]
  • Achyranthes lappacea L. [unknown]
  • Achyranthes patula L.f. [unknown]
  • Achyranthes styracifolia Lam. [unknown]
  • Aerva velutina Moq. [unknown]
  • Amaranthus arctioideus Perr. ex Moq. [unknown]
  • Cadelari lappacea Medik. [unknown]
  • Codivalia lappacea Raf. [unknown]
  • Codivalia patula Raf. [unknown]
  • Desmochaeta flavescens DC. [unknown]
  • Desmochaeta lappacea Griff. [unknown]
  • Desmochaeta patula Roem. & Schult. [unknown]
  • Desmochaeta sanguinolenta Link [unknown]
  • Desmochaeta xanthioides A.Braun [unknown]
  • Pupalia atropurpurea (Lam.) Moq. [unknown]
  • Pupalia lappacea lappacea [unknown]

Description

Pupalia lappacea (also called Lappaceum, among many other common names) is a perennial herb with a woody stem and a height of 0.3-1.2 m. It is native to China, India, and Southeast Asia, and is found in grasslands, scrub, and open forests.

Uses & Benefits

Pupalia lappacea is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used for medicinal purposes and to make furniture.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Pupalia lappacea var. velutina (Moq.) Hook.f.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Pupalia lappacea is a small, yellow, fragrant flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedling is a small, green, oval-shaped plant.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pupalia lappacea is a fast-growing perennial herb that can reach up to 1 m in height. It is propagated by seeds or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood branches and planted in a well-drained soil mix. Keep the soil moist and provide plenty of light.

Where to Find Pupalia lappacea

Pupalia lappacea can be found in India, Sri Lanka, and Myanmar.

Pupalia lappacea FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pupalia lappacea?

Pupalia lappacea

What is the common name of Pupalia lappacea?

Lappaceous Pupalia

What is the natural habitat of Pupalia lappacea?

Pupalia lappacea is found in tropical and subtropical forests in India and Sri Lanka.

Species in the Pupalia genus

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-2408041: Based on the initial data import
Carl Linnaeus (1707-1778): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.' in the authors string.
Antoine Laurent de Jussieu (1748-1836): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Juss.' in the authors string.