Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Genus:
Species:
sericifolia
ID:
468023

Status:
valid

Authors:
Benth. & Hook.f.

Source:
ksu

Year:
1876

Citation Micro:
Gen. Pl. 2: 1003 (1876)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000467355



Common Names

  • Paliavana sericifolia
  • Silky Paliavana
  • Silky Paliavana
  • Silky Paliavana


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Synonyms

  • Prasanthea prasinata Decne. [unknown]

Description

Paliavana sericifolia (also called Silky-leaved paliavana, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant with long, thin, creeping stems and small, ovate, dark green leaves. It is native to the tropical forests of South America and usually grows on tree trunks in the understory of the forest.

Uses & Benefits

Paliavana sericifolia is used as an ornamental plant and for its essential oil which is used in perfumes and cosmetics.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Paliavana sericifolia has small white flowers with five petals. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Paliavana sericifolia is a tropical, evergreen, perennial shrub that grows up to 2 m (6.6 ft) tall. It is best grown in moist, well-drained, acidic soil in partial shade. Propagation is by seed or cuttings.

Where to Find Paliavana sericifolia

Paliavana sericifolia is native to the tropical forests of South America.

Paliavana sericifolia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Paliavana sericifolia?

Paliavana sericifolia

What is the natural habitat of Paliavana sericifolia?

Forests in South America

What are the common uses of Paliavana sericifolia?

Medicinal and ornamental purposes

Species in the Gesneriaceae family

Acanthonema diandrum, Achimenes admirabilis, Achimenes antirrhina, Achimenes brevifolia, Achimenes candida, Achimenes cettoana, Achimenes dulcis, Achimenes erecta, Achimenes fimbriata, Achimenes flava, Achimenes glabrata, Achimenes grandiflora, Achimenes heterophylla, Achimenes hintoniana, Achimenes longiflora, Achimenes mexicana, Achimenes misera, Achimenes nayaritensis, Achimenes obscura, Achimenes occidentalis, Achimenes patens, Achimenes pedunculata, Achimenes skinneri, Achimenes woodii, Achimenes tincticoma, Achimenes elota, Achimenes sanguinea, Achimenes ixtapaensis, Aeschynanthus citrinus, Aeschynanthus membranifolius, Aeschynanthus mendumiae, Aeschynanthus sojolianus, Aeschynanthus dischidioides, Aeschynanthus minutifolius, Aeschynanthus acuminatissimus, Aeschynanthus acuminatus, Aeschynanthus albidus, Aeschynanthus amboinensis, Aeschynanthus amoenus, Aeschynanthus andersonii, Aeschynanthus angustifolius, Aeschynanthus angustioblongus, Aeschynanthus apicidens, Aeschynanthus arctocalyx, Aeschynanthus arfakensis, Aeschynanthus argentii, Aeschynanthus asclepioides, Aeschynanthus atrorubens, Aeschynanthus atrosanguineus, Aeschynanthus batakiorum,

References

George Bentham (1800-1884): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Benth.' in the authors string.
Joseph Dalton Hooker (1817-1911): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hook.f.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:382118-1: Based on the initial data import