Status:
valid
Authors:
Hallier f. ex Engl.
Source:
tro
Year:
1894
Citation Micro:
Abh. Königl. Akad. Wiss. Berlin 1894: 26, 34. ; et in Bot. Jahrb. xviii. (1894) 93
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001298070
Common Names
- Dense-Flowered Porana
- Dense-Flowered Poranas
- Dense-Flowered Poranas
Description
Porana densiflora (also called 'Dense-Flowered Porana', among many other common names) is a perennial, woody vine with glossy, dark green leaves and small, white flowers. It is native to tropical Africa, and is found in tropical and subtropical forests, scrublands, and disturbed areas.
Uses & Benefits
Porana densiflora is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and is also used as a medicinal plant.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Porana densiflora has white flowers with a yellow center. The seeds are small, round and black. The seedlings have small, heart-shaped leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Porana densiflora can be propagated by seed or stem cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining, sandy soil mix and kept moist. Stem cuttings should be taken from healthy plants and planted in a moist soil mix. Both methods should be kept in a warm, sunny area with temperatures between 65-75°F (18-24°C).
Where to Find Porana densiflora
Porana densiflora can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of India, Sri Lanka, and Myanmar.
Porana densiflora FAQ
What is the common name of Porana densiflora?
Dense-flowered porana
What is the scientific name of Dense-flowered porana?
Porana densiflora
What is the natural habitat of Porana densiflora?
It is native to tropical Africa
Species in the Porana genus
Species in the Convolvulaceae family
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Argyreia arakuensis,
Argyreia atropurpurea,
Argyreia barbata,
Argyreia barbigera,
Argyreia barnesii,
Argyreia bifrons,
Argyreia boholensis,
Argyreia boseana,
Argyreia bracteosa,
Argyreia breviscapa,
Argyreia caudata,
Argyreia celebica,
Argyreia cinerea,
Argyreia coacta,
Argyreia confusa,
Argyreia congesta,
Argyreia coonoorensis,
Argyreia corneri,
Argyreia crispa,
Argyreia cucullata,
Argyreia cymosa,
Argyreia daltonii,
Argyreia discolor,
Argyreia elliptica,
Argyreia erinacea,
Argyreia fulgens,
Argyreia glabra,
Argyreia hancorniifolia,
Argyreia hirsutissima,
Argyreia hookeri,
Argyreia involucrata,
Argyreia kerrii,
Argyreia kleiniana,
Argyreia kunstleri,
Argyreia kurzii,
Argyreia lamii,
Argyreia lanceolata,
Argyreia laotica,
Argyreia lawii,
Argyreia leschenaultii,
Argyreia linggaensis,
Argyreia longifolia,
Argyreia luzonensis,
Argyreia maingayi,