Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Species:
paniculata
ID:
691936

Status:
valid

Authors:
Cav.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1790

Citation Micro:
Diss. 9: 436 (1790)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000691269



Common Names

  • Flabellaria paniculata
  • Sea Lavender
  • Sea Lavender Plant


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Synonyms

  • Hiraea paniculata Raeusch. [unknown]
  • Triaspis flabellaria A.Juss. [unknown]
  • Triopterys pinnata Poir. [unknown]

Description

Flabellaria paniculata (also called Panicled Fanwort, among many other common names) is a species of aquatic plant native to North America. It typically grows up to 15-30 cm tall and has a clump-forming habit. It is found in shallow, still waters, as well as in slow-moving streams and rivers.

Uses & Benefits

Flabellaria paniculata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments such as fever, rheumatism, and skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Flabellaria paniculata is a small, white flower with five petals and yellow anthers. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedling is a small, green plant with a single stem and two leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Flabellaria paniculata is an evergreen perennial that grows in a clump and can reach heights of 6-12 inches. It prefers partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. Propagate by division in spring or summer. It can also be propagated from cuttings taken in spring or summer.

Where to Find Flabellaria paniculata

Flabellaria paniculata can be found in tropical regions of Central and South America, including Mexico, Colombia, and Peru.

Flabellaria paniculata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Flabellaria paniculata?

Flabellaria paniculata

What is the common name of Flabellaria paniculata?

Paniculata Flabellaria

Where is Flabellaria paniculata found?

Flabellaria paniculata is found in Central and South America

Species in the Flabellaria genus

Species in the Malpighiaceae family

Acmanthera cowanii, Acmanthera duckei, Acmanthera fernandesii, Acmanthera latifolia, Acmanthera longifolia, Acmanthera minima, Acmanthera parviflora, Acridocarpus adenophorus, Acridocarpus alopecurus, Acridocarpus alternifolius, Acridocarpus austrocaledonicus, Acridocarpus ballyi, Acridocarpus camerunensis, Acridocarpus chevalieri, Acridocarpus chloropterus, Acridocarpus congestus, Acridocarpus congolensis, Acridocarpus excelsus, Acridocarpus glaucescens, Acridocarpus hirundo, Acridocarpus humbertii, Acridocarpus humblotii, Acridocarpus katangensis, Acridocarpus ledermannii, Acridocarpus longifolius, Acridocarpus macrocalyx, Acridocarpus mayumbensis, Acridocarpus monodii, Acridocarpus natalitius, Acridocarpus oppositifolius, Acridocarpus orientalis, Acridocarpus pauciglandulosus, Acridocarpus perrieri, Acridocarpus plagiopterus, Acridocarpus prasinus, Acridocarpus scheffleri, Acridocarpus smeathmannii, Acridocarpus socotranus, Acridocarpus spectabilis, Acridocarpus staudtii, Acridocarpus ugandensis, Acridocarpus vanderystii, Acridocarpus vivy, Acridocarpus zanzibaricus, Adelphia hiraea, Adelphia macrophylla, Adelphia mirabilis, Adelphia platyrachis, Aenigmatanthera doniana, Aenigmatanthera lasiandra,

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