Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ranunculales
Species:
novoguineensis
ID:
474730

Status:
valid

Authors:
Miq.

Source:
ksu

Year:
1868

Citation Micro:
Ann. Mus. Bot. Lugduno-Batavi 4: 87 (1868)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000474062



Common Names

  • Pycnarrhena Novoguineensis
  • New Guinea Pycnarrhena
  • Pycnarrhena New Guinea


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Synonyms

  • Pycnarrhena australiana F.Muell. [unknown]
  • Pycnarrhena grandis K.Schum. & Lauterb. [unknown]

Description

Pycnarrhena novoguineensis (also called New Guinea Pycnarrhena, among many other common names) is a small shrub native to the tropical regions of South America. It has glossy green leaves and produces small white flowers. It is found in tropical rainforests and humid forests.

Uses & Benefits

Pycnarrhena novoguineensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Pycnarrhena novoguineensis is a small, yellow, tubular flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single stem with two leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pycnarrhena novoguineensis is a tropical evergreen tree that can grow up to 25 m tall. It is usually propagated by seed, although it can also be propagated by cuttings. The seeds should be sown in a warm, humid environment and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from mature, healthy plants and planted in a well-draining soil mix. The cuttings should be kept moist until they are well-rooted.

Where to Find Pycnarrhena novoguineensis

Pycnarrhena novoguineensis can be found in tropical regions of New Guinea.

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Asteraceae

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Mountain Daisy

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