Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Species:
chiquitensis
ID:
484660

Status:
valid

Authors:
Herzog

Source:
wcs

Year:
1924

Citation Micro:
Repert. Spec. Nov. Regni Veg. 20: 86 (1924)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000483992



Common Names

  • Paepalanthus Chiquitensis
  • Chiquiten's Paepalanthus
  • Chiquiten Paepalanthus


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Synonyms

  • Paepalanthus erectifolius glaber Silveira [unknown]

Description

Paepalanthus chiquitensis (also called Chiquitano Paepalanthus, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Eriocaulaceae. It is native to Bolivia, and is found in the Chiquitano region. It is found in rocky outcrops and dry grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Paepalanthus chiquitensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used as a medicinal plant for treating skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Paepalanthus chiquitensis is a small, white, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, thin, and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Paepalanthus chiquitensis is a small, evergreen shrub that grows up to 1m tall. It has small, oval leaves and white, bell-shaped flowers that appear in summer. It is native to Brazil and is hardy in USDA zones 9-11. It prefers full sun to partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. Propagate by seed or cuttings.

Where to Find Paepalanthus chiquitensis

Paepalanthus chiquitensis is native to Bolivia and can be found in the Chiquitano dry forests.

Paepalanthus chiquitensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Paepalanthus chiquitensis?

Paepalanthus chiquitensis

What is the common name of Paepalanthus chiquitensis?

Chiquitensis

What type of plant is Paepalanthus chiquitensis?

Herbaceous perennial

Species in the Eriocaulaceae family

Comanthera kegeliana, Comanthera harleyi, Comanthera euschemus, Comanthera elegantula, Comanthera elegans, Comanthera dealbata, Comanthera curralensis, Comanthera brasiliana, Comanthera bisulcata, Comanthera bahiensis, Comanthera aurifibrata, Comanthera aciphylla, Comanthera hatschbachii, Comanthera xeranthemoides, Comanthera caespitosa, Comanthera centauroides, Comanthera reflexa, Comanthera jenmanii, Comanthera floccosa, Comanthera circinnata, Comanthera cipoensis, Comanthera giuliettiae, Comanthera suberosa, Comanthera ruprechtiana, Comanthera paepalophylla, Comanthera nivea, Comanthera nitida, Comanthera magnifica, Comanthera imbricata, Comanthera mucugensis, Comanthera lanosa, Comanthera retroflexa, Comanthera pignalii, Comanthera brunnea, Comanthera dimera, Comanthera angustifolia, Comanthera tricostata, Comanthera borbae, Eriocaulon abyssinicum, Eriocaulon achiton, Eriocaulon acutibracteatum, Eriocaulon acutifolium, Eriocaulon adamesii, Eriocaulon aethiopicum, Eriocaulon africanum, Eriocaulon afzelianum, Eriocaulon albocapitatum, Eriocaulon alleizettei, Eriocaulon alpestre, Eriocaulon alpinum,

References

Theodor Herzog (1880-1961): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Herzog' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:180188-2: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.