Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
gracilis
ID:
169421

Status:
valid

Authors:
H.S.Irwin & Arroyo

Source:
ildis

Year:
1972

Citation Micro:
Brittonia24: 327 (1972)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000168750

Common Names

  • Graceful Periandra
  • Graceful Peltogyne
  • Graceful Amaranth

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Description

Periandra gracilis (also called Slender Periandra, among many other common names) is a perennial shrub native to South America. It has a woody stem and its leaves are bipinnate. It is found in tropical and subtropical forests, as well as in open areas.

Uses & Benefits

Periandra gracilis is used as an ornamental plant, as its flowers are used to make perfumes and its leaves are used to make baskets. It is also used as a medicinal plant, as its bark is used to treat fever and its leaves are used to treat skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Periandra gracilis has small, yellow flowers, followed by small, flat, black seeds. The seedlings are small, with two cotyledons and a short stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Periandra gracilis is a tropical tree native to Central and South America. It can be propagated from seeds or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature branches and rooted in a moist, well-draining soil mix. The soil should be kept moist until the cuttings have rooted.

Where to Find Periandra gracilis

Periandra gracilis can be found in the tropical forests of Central and South America.

Periandra gracilis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Periandra gracilis?

Periandra gracilis

What is the common name of Periandra gracilis?

Gracilis Periandra

Where is Periandra gracilis native to?

Brazil

Species in the Fabaceae family

References

Mary Therese Kalin Arroyo (b.1944): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Arroyo' in the authors string.
Howard Samuel Irwin (1928-2019): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.S.Irwin' in the authors string.