Siphanthera paludosa - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Myrtales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
paludosa
ID:
1281410
Status:
valid
Authors:
Cogn.
Source:
tro
Year:
1883
Citation Micro:
Fl. Bras. 14(3): 191 (1883)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001280748
Common Names
- Siphanthera Paludosa
- Paludosa Siphanthera
- Siphanthera Tree
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Siphanthera paludosa (also called Marsh Siphanthera, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to South America. It has a prostrate habit and grows to a height of 1-2 feet. Its leaves are lanceolate and its flowers are white in color. It is found in moist, open habitats and prefers moist, well-drained soils.
Uses & Benefits
Siphanthera paludosa is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat a variety of ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Siphanthera paludosa has small, yellow flowers with four petals. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and thin.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Siphanthera paludosa can be propagated by division or from seed. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and full sun to partial shade. It is tolerant of drought and salt spray.
Where to Find Siphanthera paludosa
Siphanthera paludosa is native to the tropical rainforests of Central and South America, including Mexico, Guatemala, and Panama.
Siphanthera paludosa FAQ
What is the scientific name of Siphanthera paludosa?
Siphanthera paludosa
What is the common name of Siphanthera paludosa?
Marsh Siphanthera
Where is Siphanthera paludosa native to?
The Caribbean
Species in the Siphanthera genus
Siphanthera ramosissima, Siphanthera vaupesana, Siphanthera villosa, Siphanthera todziae, Siphanthera wurdackii, Siphanthera miqueliana, Siphanthera gracillima, Siphanthera cordifolia, Siphanthera hostmannii, Siphanthera arenaria, Siphanthera robusta, Siphanthera duidae, Siphanthera cowanii, Siphanthera fasciculata, Siphanthera subtilis, Siphanthera foliosa, Siphanthera cordata, Siphanthera dawsonii, Siphanthera paludosa, Siphanthera capillaris, Siphanthera glazioviana, Siphanthera microphylla, Siphanthera pratensis,
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,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record tro-50309836: Based on the initial data import
Alfred Cogniaux (1841-1916): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Cogn.' in the authors string.