Description
Pavonia ramboi (also called 'Rambo's Pavonia', among many other common names) is a shrub native to Brazil. It typically grows up to 2 m in height and has a dense, rounded crown. It is found in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests and is often found in disturbed areas.
Uses & Benefits
Pavonia ramboi is used as an ornamental plant in gardens, as a hedge plant, and as a medicinal plant. It has been used to treat fever, inflammation, and stomach aches.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Pavonia ramboi is a white or pinkish-white, 5-petalled, star-shaped flower. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small, with long, narrow leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Pavonia ramboi is a shrub that can be propagated by cuttings or by seed. For cuttings, take a cutting from a healthy, mature plant and place it in moist soil. Keep the soil moist and in a warm, sunny location. For seeds, sow the seeds in moist soil and keep the soil moist. Place the seeds in a warm, sunny location. Once the seedlings have grown to a few inches in height, transplant them to a larger pot or into the ground.