Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malvales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
guentheri
ID:
1077501

Status:
valid

Authors:
Bruns

Source:
tro

Year:
1929

Citation Micro:
Mitt. Inst. Allg. Bot. Hamburg 8: 56 (1929)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001076839



Common Names

  • Palaua guentheri
  • Palaua guentheri
  • Palaua guentheri


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Description

Palaua guentheri (also called Günther's Palaua, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to the temperate regions of South America. It has small, oval-shaped leaves and produces small white flowers. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and can be found in open woodlands and grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Palaua guentheri can be used as an ornamental plant for its attractive foliage and flowers. It can also be used as a groundcover in gardens and landscapes.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Palaua guentheri is a white, five-petaled bloom. The seed is a small, dark brown, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single stem with two leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Palaua guentheri is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. It can tolerate some drought, but it should be watered regularly during dry spells. It can be pruned back after flowering to encourage bushier growth.

Where to Find Palaua guentheri

Palaua guentheri is native to Central and South America.

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