Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Genus:
Species:
arida
ID:
1251783

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Masson) Plowes ex Bruyns

Source:
tro

Year:
2005

Citation Micro:
Stapeliads S. Africa Madagascar 2: 375 (2005)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001251121



Common Names

  • Quaqua
  • Arid Quaqua
  • Arida Quaqua


Searching for Quaqua arida? Discover Suppliers and Request Free Samples Now!

Find Suppliers & Request Samples

Description

Quaqua arida (also called Arid Quaqua, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Apocynaceae family. It is native to Mexico. It is found in tropical and subtropical forests, often near streams.

Uses & Benefits

Quaqua arida is a popular ornamental plant used in gardens and aquariums. It is known for its unique foliage and is easy to care for.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Quaqua arida has small, white flowers that grow in clusters on the tips of the stems. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and delicate.

Searching for Quaqua arida? Discover Suppliers and Request Free Samples Now!

Find Suppliers & Request Samples

Cultivation and Propagation

Quaqua arida can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept in a warm, humid environment until germination occurs. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and rooted in a moist soil mix. Once established, the plants should be kept in a warm, sunny location.

Where to Find Quaqua arida

Quaqua arida can be found in the Amazon region of Brazil.

Quaqua arida FAQ

What is the scientific name of Quaqua arida?

Quaqua arida

What is the common name of Quaqua arida?

Arid quaqua

What is the natural habitat of Quaqua arida?

Quaqua arida is found in tropical and subtropical regions of Central and South America

Species in the Apocynaceae family

Acokanthera laevigata, Acokanthera oblongifolia, Acokanthera oppositifolia, Acokanthera rotundata, Acokanthera schimperi, Adenium boehmianum, Adenium multiflorum, Adenium obesum, Adenium oleifolium, Adenium swazicum, Adenium dhofarense, Aganosma breviloba, Aganosma cymosa, Aganosma gracilis, Aganosma lacei, Aganosma petelotii, Aganosma schlechteriana, Aganosma siamensis, Aganosma wallichii, Aganosma heynei, Alafia alba, Alafia barteri, Alafia benthamii, Alafia berrieri, Alafia calophylla, Alafia caudata, Alafia erythrophthalma, Alafia falcata, Alafia fuscata, Alafia insularis, Alafia intermedia, Alafia landolphioides, Alafia lucida, Alafia microstylis, Alafia multiflora, Alafia nigrescens, Alafia orientalis, Alafia parciflora, Alafia pauciflora, Alafia perrieri, Alafia schumannii, Alafia thouarsii, Alafia vallium, Alafia verschuereni, Alafia whytei, Alafia zambesiaca, Allamanda calcicola, Allamanda angustifolia, Allamanda blanchetii, Allamanda cathartica,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record tro-50159922: Based on the initial data import
Peter Vincent Bruyns (b.1957): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Bruyns' in the authors string.
Francis Masson (1741-1805): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Masson' in the authors string.
Darrel C. H. Plowes (1925-2016): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Plowes' in the authors string.