Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malvales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
gossweileri
ID:
475151

Status:
valid

Authors:
Exell

Source:
cmp

Year:
1936

Citation Micro:
J. Bot. 74(Suppl.): 23 (1936)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000474483



Common Names

  • Pavonia gossweileri
  • Gossweiler's Pavonia
  • Gossweileri Pavonia


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Description

Pavonia gossweileri (also called Gossweiler's Pavonia, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant native to South America. It is an evergreen shrub that grows up to 1 meter tall. The leaves are oval-shaped, and the flowers are white and yellow. It grows in tropical and subtropical climates in moist, well-drained soils.

Uses & Benefits

Pavonia gossweileri 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 gossweileri 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.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pavonia gossweileri 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 gossweileri

Pavonia gossweileri 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 gossweileri FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pavonia gossweileri?

Pavonia gossweileri

What is the common name of Pavonia gossweileri?

Gossweiler's Pavonia

What is the native range of Pavonia gossweileri?

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,

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