Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
germainii
ID:
727674

Status:
valid

Authors:
Phil.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1858

Citation Micro:
Linnaea 29: 67 (1858)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000727007



Common Names

  • Placea germainii
  • Germain's Placea
  • Germain's


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Synonyms

  • Placea germainii cantillanica Ravenna [unknown]
  • Placea germainii nivea Ravenna [unknown]

Description

Placea germainii (also called the Germain's Placea, among many other common names) is a species of plant in the family Placeaceae. It is native to South America, and is found in habitats such as tropical forests and savannas.

Uses & Benefits

Placea germainii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of timber.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Placea germainii has white or pink flowers with long, thin petals. The seeds are small and black in color. The seedlings are thin and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Placea germainii is a hardy perennial that grows best in full sun and well-drained soil. Propagate by division in spring or autumn, or by seed in spring. Cuttings can also be taken in summer.

Where to Find Placea germainii

Placea germainii can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of South America, including Brazil, Colombia, and Peru.

Placea germainii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Placea germainii?

Placea germainii

What are the common names of Placea germainii?

Germain's Placea

Where is Placea germainii found?

It is found in the Mediterranean region

Species in the Amaryllidaceae family

Acis autumnalis, Acis longifolia, Acis rosea, Acis trichophylla, Acis fabrei, Acis nicaeensis, Acis tingitana, Acis trichophylla, Acis valentina, Acis ionica, Agapanthus africanus, Agapanthus campanulatus, Agapanthus caulescens, Agapanthus coddii, Agapanthus inapertus, Agapanthus praecox, Agapanthus walshii, Allium aaseae, Allium abramsii, Allium acidoides, Allium aciphyllum, Allium acuminatum, Allium acutiflorum, Allium aegilicum, Allium affine, Allium afghanicum, Allium aflatunense, Allium agrigentinum, Allium akaka, Allium alabasicum, Allium alaicum, Allium albiflorum, Allium albotunicatum, Allium albovianum, Allium alexandrae, Allium alexeianum, Allium alibile, Allium alpinarii, Allium altaicum, Allium altissimum, Allium altyncolicum, Allium amethystinum, Allium ampeloprasum, Allium amphibolum, Allium amplectens, Allium anacoleum, Allium anatolicum, Allium anceps, Allium angulosum, Allium anisopodium,

References