Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Genus:
Species:
armata
ID:
733885

Status:
valid

Authors:
(N.E.Br.) Bruyns

Source:
cmp

Year:
1983

Citation Micro:
Bradleya 1: 65 (1983)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000733218



Common Names

  • Quaqua armata
  • Armed Quaqua
  • Armata Quaqua


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Synonyms

  • Caralluma armata N.E.Br. [unknown]

Description

Quaqua armata (also called Armed Quaqua, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that grows up to 6 m tall. It is native to Brazil and is found in wet forests and along riverbanks. It has a smooth, gray bark and its leaves are oval and pointed at the tip.

Uses & Benefits

Quaqua armata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is known for its fragrant flowers. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments such as fever, headache, and skin diseases.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Quaqua armata sub. maritima Bruyns
Quaqua armata sub. armata

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Quaqua armata has a flower that is yellow with a red centre, and its seeds are small, black and oval in shape. The seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Quaqua armata is a shrub that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be planted in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood and placed in a moist, well-draining soil mix. Keep the cuttings in a warm, humid environment until they have rooted.

Where to Find Quaqua armata

Quaqua armata is native to the tropical forests of South America, including Brazil and Peru.

Quaqua armata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Quaqua armata?

Quaqua armata

What is the common name of Quaqua armata?

Armed Quaqua

Where is Quaqua armata found?

Brazil

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 kew-2868290: Based on the initial data import
Nicholas Edward Brown (1849-1934): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'N.E.Br.' in the authors string.
Peter Vincent Bruyns (b.1957): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Bruyns' in the authors string.