Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Genus:
Species:
panamensis
ID:
758133

Status:
valid

Authors:
Pax & K.Hoffm.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1914

Citation Micro:
Pflanzenr. , IV, 147, VII: 67 (1914)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000757466



Common Names

  • Panamensis Adelia
  • Panamensis Daisy
  • Panamensis Flower


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Description

Adelia panamensis (also called Panama adelia, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Euphorbiaceae family. It is native to Central America, and is found in dry forests and scrublands. It has a shrubby growth habit, with ovate leaves and small yellow flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Adelia panamensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat skin diseases, fever, and stomach ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Adelia panamensis has yellow-green flowers with six petals and six stamens. Its seeds are small and black, and its seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Adelia panamensis is a perennial that grows up to 1.5 m tall. It is native to tropical regions and prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed or division of the rhizomes. Plant the rhizomes in the spring for blooms in the summer.

Where to Find Adelia panamensis

Adelia panamensis can be found in Central America, in the countries of Costa Rica, El Salvador, Guatemala, Honduras, and Panama.

Adelia panamensis FAQ

What is the growth habit of Adelia panamensis?

Adelia panamensis is an upright, clump-forming perennial with linear, gray-green leaves.

What is the flower color of Adelia panamensis?

Adelia panamensis has white to pale pink flowers.

What is the blooming period of Adelia panamensis?

Adelia panamensis blooms from late spring to early summer.

Species in the Euphorbiaceae family

Acalypha peckoltii, Acalypha peduncularis, Acalypha pendula, Acalypha perrieri, Acalypha persimilis, Acalypha peruviana, Acalypha pervilleana, Acalypha phleoides, Acalypha phyllonomifolia, Acalypha pilosa, Acalypha pippenii, Acalypha pittieri, Acalypha platyphylla, Acalypha pleiogyne, Acalypha plicata, Acalypha pohliana, Acalypha poiretii, Acalypha polymorpha, Acalypha polystachya, Acalypha portoricensis, Acalypha pruinosa, Acalypha pruriens, Acalypha pseudalopecuroides, Acalypha pseudovagans, Acalypha psilostachya, Acalypha pubiflora, Acalypha pulchrespicata, Acalypha punctata, Acalypha purpurascens, Acalypha purpusii, Acalypha pycnantha, Acalypha pygmaea, Acalypha radians, Acalypha radicans, Acalypha radinostachya, Acalypha radula, Acalypha radula, Acalypha rafaelensis, Acalypha raivavensis, Acalypha rapensis, Acalypha reflexa, Acalypha repanda, Acalypha retifera, Acalypha rhombifolia, Acalypha rhomboidea, Acalypha richardiana, Acalypha riedeliana, Acalypha rivularis, Acalypha rottleroides, Acalypha rubrinervis,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2967: Based on the initial data import
Ferdinand Albin Pax (1858-1942): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Pax' in the authors string.
Käthe Hoffmann (b.1883): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'K.Hoffm.' in the authors string.