Status:
valid
Authors:
Moric.
Source:
cmp
Year:
1844
Citation Micro:
Pl. Nouv. Amér. : 120 (1844)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000474484
Common Names
- Pavonia geminiflora
- Geminiflora Pavonia
- Twinflower Pavonia
Description
Pavonia geminiflora (also called Twin-flowered Pavonia, among many other common names) is a small, herbaceous, perennial plant native to tropical regions of South America. It has small, white flowers and grows in moist, shady areas.
Uses & Benefits
Pavonia geminiflora is used as an ornamental plant, as it has attractive foliage and can be used to create a tropical look in a home or office. It is also used as a natural air purifier, as it can absorb pollutants from the air.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Pavonia geminiflora has white or pink flowers with yellow centers. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have a rosette of leaves with a single stem.
Cultivation and Propagation
Pavonia geminiflora is a perennial shrub that grows up to 1.5 m in height. It prefers full sun to partial shade and well-drained soil. Propagation is usually done by cuttings taken in spring or summer. The cuttings should be about 10 cm long and taken from the tips of the branches. They should be planted in a well-draining potting mix and kept moist until they have rooted.
Where to Find Pavonia geminiflora
Pavonia geminiflora is native to South America and can be found in tropical and subtropical climates. It can be grown indoors or outdoors in a sunny spot.
Pavonia geminiflora FAQ
What is the scientific name of Pavonia geminiflora?
Pavonia geminiflora
What is the common name of Pavonia geminiflora?
Twin-Flowered Pavonia
What is the native range of Pavonia geminiflora?
South Africa
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,