Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malvales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
castaneifolia
ID:
471483

Status:
valid

Authors:
A.St.-Hil. & Naudin

Source:
cmp

Year:
1842

Citation Micro:
Ann. Sci. Nat., Bot. , sér. 2, 18: 44 (1842)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000470815



Common Names

  • Castaneifolia pavonia
  • Pavonia castaneifolia
  • Pavonia


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Synonyms

  • Malache castaneifolia Kuntze [unknown]
  • Typhalea castaneifolia Britton [unknown]
  • Pavonia longipes Standl. [unknown]
  • Pavonia longipes hirsuta A.Robyns [unknown]
  • Pavonia parva Ulbr. [unknown]
  • Pavonia longipes longipes [unknown]

Description

Pavonia castaneifolia (also called Chestnut-Leaved Pavonia, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant that grows up to 60 cm in height. It has a basal rosette of leaves and a single stem with a few leaves. It is native to South America, and is found in wet meadows, marshes, and wet grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Pavonia castaneifolia 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, colds, and headaches.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Pavonia castaneifolia are small, white, and tubular, with four petals. The seeds are small, black, and round. The seedlings are small and have a single, thin stem with small, green, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pavonia castaneifolia is a perennial herbaceous plant that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and partial shade. When grown in full sun, the plant may require more frequent watering. It is best to water the plant deeply and then allow the soil to dry out before watering again. Deadheading spent flowers will help to promote new blooms. Pruning may be necessary to keep the plant from becoming too large or unruly.

Where to Find Pavonia castaneifolia

Pavonia castaneifolia is found in tropical and subtropical regions of Central and South America.

Pavonia castaneifolia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pavonia castaneifolia?

Pavonia castaneifolia

What is the common name of Pavonia castaneifolia?

Chestnut-leaved pavonia

What is the habitat of Pavonia castaneifolia?

It is found in wet areas, such as swamps, marshes, and wet meadows, in the southeastern United States

Species in the Pavonia genus

Pavonia castaneifolia, Pavonia rotundifolia, Pavonia sepioides, Pavonia sepium, Pavonia serrata, Pavonia sidifolia, Pavonia somalensis, Pavonia schiedeana, Pavonia schimperiana, Pavonia senegalensis, Pavonia schweinfurthii, Pavonia semiserrata, Pavonia papilionacea, Pavonia paucibracteata, Pavonia penduliflora, Pavonia paniculata, Pavonia paludicola, Pavonia peruviana, Pavonia propinqua, Pavonia purpusii, Pavonia pleuranthera, Pavonia pirottae, Pavonia procumbens, Pavonia zeylanica, Pavonia stolzii, Pavonia triloba, Pavonia steudneri, Pavonia urens, Pavonia fonsecana, Pavonia falconensis, Pavonia firmiflora, Pavonia friisii, Pavonia dasypetala, Pavonia fruticosa, Pavonia gossweileri, Pavonia geminiflora, Pavonia fryxelliana, Pavonia fryxellii, Pavonia gallaensis, Pavonia brevibracteolata, Pavonia burchellii, Pavonia calycina, Pavonia cancellata, Pavonia candida, Pavonia baumliana, Pavonia blepharicarpa, Pavonia cristata, Pavonia cochensis, Pavonia columella, Pavonia malacophylla,

Species in the Malvaceae family

Abelmoschus angulosus, Abelmoschus caillei, Abelmoschus crinitus, Abelmoschus esculentus, Abelmoschus ficulneus, Abelmoschus hostilis, Abelmoschus magnificus, Abelmoschus manihot, Abelmoschus moschatus, Abelmoschus muliensis, Abelmoschus sagittifolius, Abelmoschus enbeepeegearensis, Abroma augustum, Abutilon abutiloides, Abutilon affine, Abutilon alii, Abutilon amplum, Abutilon andrewsianum, Abutilon andrieuxii, Abutilon anglosomaliae, Abutilon angulatum, Abutilon anodoides, Abutilon appendiculatum, Abutilon arenarium, Abutilon arequipense, Abutilon auritum, Abutilon austroafricanum, Abutilon badium, Abutilon balansae, Abutilon bastardioides, Abutilon benedictum, Abutilon berlandieri, Abutilon bidentatum, Abutilon bracteosum, Abutilon buchii, Abutilon burandtii, Abutilon bussei, Abutilon californicum, Abutilon calliphyllum, Abutilon carinatum, Abutilon coahuilae, Abutilon commutatum, Abutilon cryptopetalum, Abutilon cuspidatum, Abutilon densiflorum, Abutilon dinteri, Abutilon dispermum, Abutilon divaricatum, Abutilon dugesii, Abutilon durandoi,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2542469: Based on the initial data import
Augustin Saint-Hilaire (1779-1853): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.St.-Hil.' in the authors string.
Charles Victor Naudin (1815-1899): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Naudin' in the authors string.