Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Genus:
Species:
belizensis
ID:
397513

Status:
valid

Authors:
(A.C.Sm. & Standl.) J.L.Thomas

Source:
cmp

Year:
1961

Citation Micro:
J. Arnold Arbor. 42: 110 (1961)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000396845



Common Names

  • Purdiaea belizensis
  • Belize Purdiaea
  • Belizean Purdiaea


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Description

Purdiaea belizensis (also called Belize yam, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous vine native to Mexico and Central America. It has ovate leaves and yellow flowers. It grows in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests.

Uses & Benefits

Purdiaea belizensis is used for its ornamental value, as well as for its medicinal properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Purdiaea belizensis has white flowers with yellow anthers and a single pistil. The seeds are small, dark brown and ovate in shape. The seedlings are small and have a single cotyledon.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Purdiaea belizensis is a small, evergreen shrub native to the Caribbean. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring in a well-drained, sandy soil and kept moist until germination occurs. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and rooted in a light, sandy soil. Keep the soil moist and provide plenty of light.

Where to Find Purdiaea belizensis

Purdiaea belizensis is native to Central and South America, including Mexico, Colombia, Venezuela, and Peru.

Purdiaea belizensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Purdiaea belizensis?

Purdiaea belizensis

What is the natural habitat of Purdiaea belizensis?

Tropical forests of Central America

What are the common uses of Purdiaea belizensis?

Medicinal, ornamental, and timber

Species in the Clethraceae family

Clethra formosa, Clethra tuxtlensis, Clethra purpusii, Clethra fragrans, Clethra acuminata, Clethra alcoceri, Clethra alexandri, Clethra alnifolia, Clethra arborea, Clethra arfakana, Clethra barbinervis, Clethra bodinieri, Clethra canescens, Clethra cardenasii, Clethra castaneifolia, Clethra chiapensis, Clethra consimilis, Clethra conzattiana, Clethra crispa, Clethra cubensis, Clethra cuneata, Clethra delavayi, Clethra elongata, Clethra fabri, Clethra fagifolia, Clethra fargesii, Clethra ferruginea, Clethra fimbriata, Clethra galeottiana, Clethra gelida, Clethra guyanensis, Clethra hartwegii, Clethra hendersonii, Clethra hondurensis, Clethra javanica, Clethra kaipoensis, Clethra kebarensis, Clethra licanioides, Clethra longispicata, Clethra luzmariae, Clethra macrophylla, Clethra mexicana, Clethra oaxacana, Clethra obovata, Clethra occidentalis, Clethra oleoides, Clethra ovalifolia, Clethra pachecoana, Clethra pachyphylla, Clethra papuana,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2411606: Based on the initial data import
Paul Carpenter Standley (1884-1963): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Standl.' in the authors string.
Albert Charles Smith (1906-1999): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.C.Sm.' in the authors string.
Joab Thomas (1933-2014): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.L.Thomas' in the authors string.