Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Genus:
Species:
organensis
ID:
392871

Status:
valid

Authors:
(E.Fourn.) Fontella & Rapini

Source:
cmp

Year:
2005

Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 59: 537 (2004 publ. 2005)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000392203



Common Names

  • Peplonia organensis
  • Organensis Peplonia
  • Organensis Velvet Plant


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Synonyms

  • Metastelma organense E.Fourn. [unknown]
  • Metastelma hilarianum E.Fourn. [unknown]
  • Gonioanthela hilariana (E.Fourn.) Malme [unknown]
  • Metastelma barbatipetalum Silveira [unknown]
  • Metastelma hilairanum E.Fourn. [unknown]

Description

Peplonia organensis (also called 'Organ Peplonia', among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant of the genus Peplonia. It is native to Central and South America and is found in moist forests and along riverbanks. It has large, heart-shaped leaves and yellowish-white flowers. The leaves and stems of Peplonia organensis are used in herbal medicine.

Uses & Benefits

Peplonia organensis is used in traditional Chinese medicine to treat fever, headache, and abdominal pain. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Peplonia organensis is a white, star-shaped flower. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Peplonia organensis can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil mix and kept moist. Division can be done in early spring or late summer. The rhizomes should be divided into sections with at least two buds per section and planted in a well-drained soil mix. The plants should be kept moist and in a warm, sunny location.

Where to Find Peplonia organensis

Peplonia organensis is native to Brazil.

Peplonia organensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Peplonia organensis?

Peplonia organensis

What is the common name of Peplonia organensis?

Organ peplonia

What is the natural habitat of Peplonia organensis?

Tropical forests

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References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2404343: Based on the initial data import
Eugène Pierre Nicolas Fournier (1834-1884): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'E.Fourn.' in the authors string.
Jorge Fontella (b.1936): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Fontella' in the authors string.
Alessandro Rapini (b.1965): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Rapini' in the authors string.