Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Genus:
Species:
tenuiflora
ID:
1273660

Status:
valid

Authors:
Mansf.

Source:
tro

Year:
1935

Citation Micro:
Repert. Spec. Nov. Regni Veg. 38: 27 (1935)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001272998



Common Names

  • Paliavana tenuiflora
  • Tenuiflora Paliavana
  • Slender-flowered Paliavana


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Description

Paliavana tenuiflora (also called 'Slender-flowered Paliavana', among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant that grows up to 1 m tall. It is native to Central and South America. It is found in tropical and subtropical forests.

Uses & Benefits

Paliavana tenuiflora is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Paliavana tenuiflora is a small, white, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, brown, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, green, oval-shaped seedlings.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Paliavana tenuiflora is a terrestrial orchid that can be propagated by division or by seed. It prefers a well-drained soil and partial shade. It can be grown in pots or in the ground, and should be watered regularly. Fertilize regularly with a balanced fertilizer.

Where to Find Paliavana tenuiflora

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

Paliavana tenuiflora FAQ

What is the scientific name of Paliavana tenuiflora?

Paliavana tenuiflora

What is the common name of Paliavana tenuiflora?

Slender-flowered Paliavana

What is the natural habitat of Paliavana tenuiflora?

Tropical rainforests

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,

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