Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malvales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
dissecta
ID:
475327

Status:
valid

Authors:
Benth.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1862

Citation Micro:
J. Proc. Linn. Soc., Bot. 6: 101 (1862)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000474659



Common Names

  • Palaua dissecta
  • Dissected Palaua
  • Dissected Water-lettuce


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Synonyms

  • Palaua geranioides Ulbr. [unknown]
  • Palaua flexuosa Mast. [unknown]

Description

Palaua dissecta (also called Palaua dissecta, among many other common names) is a small shrub native to South America. It has small, white flowers and grows in dry, rocky habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Palaua dissecta is a medicinal plant used to treat a variety of ailments, including fever, malaria, and digestive problems. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat skin conditions and as a tonic. It is also used as a food source, as its leaves and fruits are edible.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Palaua dissecta has white flowers with yellow centers. Its seeds are small and black, and its seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Palaua dissecta is a fast-growing, low-maintenance plant that can be propagated easily from stem cuttings. To propagate, take a stem cutting from an existing plant and place it in a pot filled with moist soil. Keep the soil moist and in a warm, bright location and the cutting should take root within a few weeks. Once the cutting has taken root, it can be transplanted into a larger pot and cared for as a mature plant.

Where to Find Palaua dissecta

Palaua dissecta is found in India, Myanmar, and Sri Lanka.

Palaua dissecta FAQ

What is Palaua dissecta?

Palaua dissecta is a species of flowering plant in the family Rubiaceae.

Where does Palaua dissecta grow?

Palaua dissecta is native to the Philippines.

What is the scientific name of Palaua dissecta?

The scientific name of Palaua dissecta is Palaua dissecta.

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References