Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Genus:
Species:
guianensis
ID:
1249870

Status:
valid

Authors:
W.R.Anderson

Source:
tro

Year:
1981

Citation Micro:
Mem. New York Bot. Gard. 32: 35 (1981)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001249208



Common Names

  • Pterandra guianensis
  • Guianan Pterandra
  • Guianan Pterandra Vine


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Description

Pterandra guianensis (also called Guianan Pterandra, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Acanthaceae. It is native to Central and South America, where it is found in wet forests, swamps, and stream margins. It is a perennial herb, growing to 0.6 m tall, with opposite, ovate leaves and small, white flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Pterandra guianensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating fever, inflammation, and rheumatism.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Pterandra guianensis has yellow flowers with five petals and a yellow center. The fruit is a small, yellow-brown capsule with many seeds. The seedlings have long, narrow leaves and a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pterandra guianensis can be propagated through seeds or cuttings. It should be grown in a sunny location with well-drained soil. Water regularly and fertilize in the spring. Prune after flowering to encourage new growth.

Where to Find Pterandra guianensis

Pterandra guianensis is native to South America. It can be found in tropical and subtropical forests, as well as in disturbed areas.

Pterandra guianensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pterandra guianensis?

Pterandra guianensis

What is the common name of Pterandra guianensis?

N/A

Where is Pterandra guianensis found?

Colombia

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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