Waltheria pyrolifolia - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
A.Gray
Source:
cmp
Year:
1854
Citation Micro:
U.S. Expl. Exped., Phan. 1: 190 (1854)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000427312
Common Names
- Waltheria pyrolifolia
- Fire-leaved Waltheria
- Fire-leaved Waltheria
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Waltheria pyrolifolia (also called Pyrola-Leaf Waltheria, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to tropical regions of Asia. It grows in moist areas, such as swamps, wet grasslands, and along the edges of streams and rivers. It has small, white flowers and dark green, leathery leaves.
Uses & Benefits
Waltheria pyrolifolia is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and its leaves are used for making herbal teas.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Waltheria pyrolifolia has small, white flowers and small, black, winged seeds. The seedlings have two opposite, narrow leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Waltheria pyrolifolia can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and placed in a moist, well-draining soil mix. Both methods should be kept in a warm, sunny location.
Where to Find Waltheria pyrolifolia
Waltheria pyrolifolia can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of South America, including Brazil, Paraguay, and Argentina.
Waltheria pyrolifolia FAQ
What is the scientific name of Waltheria pyrolifolia?
Waltheria pyrolifolia
What is the common name of Waltheria pyrolifolia?
Fire-leaved Waltheria
What is the natural habitat of Waltheria pyrolifolia?
Dry sclerophyll forests and woodlands
Species in the Waltheria genus
Waltheria collina, Waltheria bahamensis, Waltheria brachypetala, Waltheria virgata, Waltheria viscosissima, Waltheria pyrolifolia, Waltheria astropus, Waltheria glabra, Waltheria glomerata, Waltheria communis, Waltheria albicans, Waltheria arenaria, Waltheria arenicola, Waltheria lophanthus, Waltheria operculata, Waltheria indica, Waltheria involucrata, Waltheria lanceolata, Waltheria carmensarae, Waltheria berteroi, Waltheria madagascariensis, Waltheria ackermanniana, Waltheria carpinifolia, Waltheria cinerascens, Waltheria excelsa, Waltheria ferruginea, Waltheria glazioviana, Waltheria macrophylla, Waltheria maritima, Waltheria paniculata, Waltheria petiolata, Waltheria polyantha, Waltheria rotundifolia, Waltheria calcicola, Waltheria ovata, Waltheria microphylla, Waltheria acapulcensis, Waltheria detonsa, Waltheria acuminata, Waltheria conzattii, Waltheria lundelliana, Waltheria pringlei, Waltheria tridentata, Waltheria tomentosa, Waltheria bracteosa, Waltheria preslii, Waltheria bicolor, Waltheria fryxellii, Waltheria procumbens, Waltheria ladewii,
Species in the Malvaceae family
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References
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2465301: Based on the initial data import
Asa Gray (1810-1888): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.Gray' in the authors string.