Piptadenia voronoffii - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
voronoffii
ID:
477769
Status:
valid
Authors:
Pittier
Source:
ksufab
Year:
1927
Citation Micro:
Trab. Mus. Comercial Venezuela1: 12 (1927)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000477101
Common Names
- Voronoff's Piptadenia
- Voronoffii Piptadenia
- Voronoff's Tree
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Piptadenia voronoffii (also called Voronoff's Piptadenia, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Fabaceae family. It is native to South America and is found in dry, tropical habitats. It is a shrub or small tree, growing up to 5 meters tall, and is characterized by its yellow-green flowers.
Uses & Benefits
Piptadenia voronoffii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional medicine.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Piptadenia voronoffii is yellow and has five petals. The seed is small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Neoregelia rubrospinosa is an evergreen shrub that can reach up to 1 meter in height. It is native to South America. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and partial shade. Propagation is done by seeds or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or summer in a warm, sunny location. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and rooted in moist soil.
Where to Find Piptadenia voronoffii
Neoregelia rubrospinosa is native to Brazil and can be found in humid, tropical forests.
Piptadenia voronoffii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Neoregelia rubrospinosa?
Neoregelia rubrospinosa
What is the common name of Neoregelia rubrospinosa?
Red-spined Neoregelia
What type of plant is Neoregelia rubrospinosa?
Herbaceous perennial
Species in the Piptadenia genus
Piptadenia adiantoides, Piptadenia gonoacantha, Piptadenia killipii, Piptadenia paniculata, Piptadenia pteroclada, Piptadenia robusta, Piptadenia uliginosa, Piptadenia weberbaueri, Piptadenia laxipinna, Piptadenia micracantha, Piptadenia ramosissima, Piptadenia trisperma, Piptadenia affinis, Piptadenia peruviana, Piptadenia uaupensis, Piptadenia floribunda, Piptadenia minutiflora, Piptadenia anolidurus, Piptadenia buchtienii, Piptadenia cuzcoensis, Piptadenia imatacae, Piptadenia irwinii, Piptadenia santosii, Piptadenia amazonica, Piptadenia boliviana, Piptadenia macradenia, Piptadenia retusa, Piptadenia voronoffii,
Species in the Fabaceae family
References
Henri François Pittier (1857-1950): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Pittier' in the authors string.
Legume Data Portal link for: Piptadenia voronoffii Pittier: Based on the 2022 Legume checklist.