Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Myrtales
Genus:
Species:
paleacea
ID:
1278611

Status:
valid

Authors:
Wurdack

Source:
tro

Year:
1958

Citation Micro:
Mem. New York Bot. Gard. 10: 115, fig. 13 (1958)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001277949



Common Names

  • Salpinga paleacea
  • Salpinga
  • Paleacea


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Description

Salpinga paleacea (also called Pale-flowered Salpinga, among many other common names) is an herbaceous plant that is native to the Caribbean and Central and South America. It has a single stem with lanceolate leaves and white flowers. It is found in open areas, especially in disturbed habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Salpinga paleacea is used as a source of food, medicine, and for making dyes and inks.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Salpinga paleacea is white and has five petals. The seed is small, round and black. The seedlings have a single stem with two leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Salpinga paleacea is a shrub native to South America. It can be propagated from seed or from cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a well-drained soil. Cuttings should be taken in autumn or early spring. The plants should be grown in a sunny location in well-drained soil. They should be watered regularly and fertilized every month during the growing season.

Where to Find Salpinga paleacea

Salpinga paleacea is native to the tropical rainforests of Central and South America.

Salpinga paleacea FAQ

What is the scientific name of Salpinga paleacea?

Salpinga paleacea

What is the common name of Salpinga paleacea?

Pale Salpinga

What is the natural habitat of Salpinga paleacea?

Tropical forests

Species in the Melastomataceae family

Acanthella sprucei, Acanthella pulchra, Acanthella conferta, Aciotis polystachya, Aciotis purpurascens, Aciotis acuminifolia, Aciotis annua, Aciotis rubricaulis, Aciotis cordata, Aciotis indecora, Aciotis paludosa, Aciotis circaeoides, Aciotis ornata, Aciotis circaeifolia, Aciotis wurdackiana, Aciotis olivieriana, Aciotis ferreirana, Aciotis viscida, Aciotis pendulifolia, Aciotis brachybotria, Acisanthera pulchella, Acisanthera quadrata, Acisanthera boliviensis, Acisanthera variabilis, Acisanthera uniflora, Acisanthera alsinaefolia, Acisanthera paraguayensis, Acisanthera alata, Acisanthera hedyotoidea, Acisanthera glazioviana, Acisanthera quadrata, Acisanthera ayangannae, Acisanthera divaricata, Adelobotrys ciliatus, Adelobotrys atlanticus, Adelobotrys adscendens, Adelobotrys barbatus, Adelobotrys ciliata, Adelobotrys macrophylla, Adelobotrys praetexta, Adelobotrys tessmannii, Adelobotrys boissieriana, Adelobotrys fuscescens, Adelobotrys macrantha, Adelobotrys rotundifolius, Adelobotrys subsessilis, Adelobotrys jefensis, Adelobotrys linearifolia, Adelobotrys ayangannensis, Adelobotrys scandens,

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