Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malvales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
paraguariensis
ID:
1077700

Status:
valid

Authors:
Chodat

Source:
tro

Year:
1901

Citation Micro:
Bull. Herb. Boissier , sér. 2, 1: 400 (1901)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001077038



Common Names

  • Wissadula Paraguariensis
  • Paraguariensis Wissadula
  • Paraguariensis


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Description

Wissadula paraguariensis (also called Paraguayan Wissadula, among many other common names) is an herbaceous plant native to the Caribbean, Central America, and South America. It is found in wet grasslands, marshes, and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Wissadula paraguariensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat skin diseases and wounds.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Wissadula paraguariensis is white and has five petals. The seed is small and black. The seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Wissadula paraguariensis is a perennial shrub that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be grown in containers or in the ground. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -10°F (-23°C).

Where to Find Wissadula paraguariensis

Wissadula paraguariensis is native to Mexico and can be found in dry scrublands and rocky areas.

Species in the Wissadula genus

Wissadula excelsior, Wissadula rostrata, Wissadula contracta, Wissadula periplocifolia, Wissadula amplissima, Wissadula parvifolia, Wissadula hernandioides, Wissadula ecuadoriensis, Wissadula costaricensis, Wissadula decora, Wissadula densiflora, Wissadula diffusa, Wissadula grandifolia, Wissadula gymnanthemum, Wissadula macrantha, Wissadula paraguariensis, Wissadula pavonii, Wissadula sordida, Wissadula microcarpa, Wissadula stellata, Wissadula andina, Wissadula boliviana, Wissadula indivisa, Wissadula divergens, Wissadula cruziana, Wissadula cardenasii, Wissadula peredoi, Wissadula wissadifolia, Wissadula glechomifolium, Wissadula parviflora, Wissadula setifera, Wissadula tucumanensis, Wissadula fadyenii, Wissadula stipulata, Wissadula cuspidata, Wissadula delicata, Wissadula glechomifolia, Wissadula krapovickasiana, Wissadula caribaea,

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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