Status:
valid
Authors:
C.Hansen
Source:
ipni
Year:
1984
Citation Micro:
Bull. Mus. Natl. Hist. Nat., B, Adansonia , sér. 4, 6(2): 152 (1984)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000162511
Common Names
- Vietsenia poilanei
- Poilanei Vietsenia
- Vietsenia Poilanei
Description
Vietsenia poilanei (also called Poilane's Vietsenia, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that grows up to 6 m tall. It is native to the Amazon rainforest in Brazil, and it grows in moist, shady habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Vietsenia poilanei is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It has a pleasant fragrance and is often used in perfumes. It is also used for its medicinal properties, such as for treating skin diseases, fever, and digestive problems.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Vietsenia poilanei is white, with a yellow center. The seed is a small, dark brown, oval-shaped nut. The seedlings are small, with long, narrow leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Vietsenia poilanei can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a well-draining potting mix. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer. The cuttings should be placed in a warm, humid environment until they have rooted.
Where to Find Vietsenia poilanei
Vietsenia poilanei is native to India, Nepal, and Bhutan. It grows in moist deciduous forests, often near streams and rivers.
Vietsenia poilanei FAQ
What is the scientific name of Vietsenia poilanei?
Vietsenia poilanei
What is the common name of Vietsenia poilanei?
Poilanei Vietsenia
What is the habitat of Vietsenia poilanei?
It is found in the moist deciduous forests of India and Sri Lanka.
Species in the Vietsenia genus
Species in the Melastomataceae family
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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,
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Adelobotrys ciliata,
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Adelobotrys praetexta,
Adelobotrys tessmannii,
Adelobotrys boissieriana,
Adelobotrys fuscescens,
Adelobotrys macrantha,
Adelobotrys rotundifolius,
Adelobotrys subsessilis,
Adelobotrys jefensis,
Adelobotrys linearifolia,
Adelobotrys ayangannensis,
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