Plukenetia huayllabambana - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
huayllabambana
ID:
914960
Status:
valid
Authors:
Bussmann, C.Téllez & A.Glenn
Source:
wcs
Year:
2009
Citation Micro:
Nordic J. Bot. 27: 313 (2009)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000914295
Common Names
- Plukenetia huayllabambana
- Huayllabambana Plukenetia
- Plukenetia Huayllabambana
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Plukenetia huayllabambana (also called 'Huayllabamba Plukenetia', among many other common names) is a small, evergreen shrub that grows up to 2 m tall. It is native to South America and is found in dry, sandy habitats. It has small, leathery leaves and small, white flowers.
Uses & Benefits
Plukenetia huayllabambana is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat digestive problems, skin infections, and fever.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Plukenetia huayllabambana is a white or pale blue color, with a yellow center. The seed is small and round, with a brownish-black color. The seedlings are small and thin, with a light green color.
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Plukenetia huayllabambana is a tropical plant native to Peru. It grows best in full sun and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is done through seed or stem cuttings. Seeds should be planted in a moist, well-draining soil and kept in a warm, humid environment until germination occurs. Stem cuttings should be taken from healthy plants and planted in a moist, well-draining soil. Keep the soil moist and warm until the cuttings take root.
Where to Find Plukenetia huayllabambana
Plukenetia huayllabambana is native to Peru.
Species in the Plukenetia genus
Plukenetia africana, Plukenetia brachybotrya, Plukenetia carabiasiae, Plukenetia conophora, Plukenetia corniculata, Plukenetia lehmanniana, Plukenetia loretensis, Plukenetia madagascariensis, Plukenetia multiglandulosa, Plukenetia penninervia, Plukenetia polyadenia, Plukenetia procumbens, Plukenetia serrata, Plukenetia stipellata, Plukenetia supraglandulosa, Plukenetia verrucosa, Plukenetia volubilis, Plukenetia ankaranensis, Plukenetia decidua, Plukenetia huayllabambana, Plukenetia carolis-vegae,
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-459258: Based on the initial data import
Caroloina Téllez-Alvarado (b.2000): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.Téllez' in the authors string.
Rainer W. Bussmann: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Bussmann' in the authors string.
Ashley Glenn: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.Glenn' in the authors string.