Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Laurales
Genus:
Species:
hypargyrea
ID:
474836

Status:
valid

Authors:
Perkins

Source:
ksu

Year:
1915

Citation Micro:
Bot. Jahrb. Syst. 52: 215 (1915)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000474168



Common Names

  • Palmeria hypargyrea
  • Hypargyrea Palmeria
  • Hypargyrea's Palmeria


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Synonyms

  • Palmeria habbemensis A.C.Sm. [unknown]
  • Palmeria dallmannensis Kaneh. & Hatus. [unknown]

Description

Palmeria hypargyrea (also called Silver Palmeria, among many other common names) is a small, herbaceous, perennial plant native to tropical regions of Africa. It has small, yellow flowers and grows in moist, shady areas.

Uses & Benefits

Palmeria hypargyrea is used as an ornamental plant, for its edible fruits and for its medicinal properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Palmeria hypargyrea has small yellow flowers with five petals and a yellow center. The seed is small and black, and the seedlings have thin, light green stems and small, light green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Palmeria hypargyrea is a fast-growing, evergreen shrub with a spreading habit. It can be propagated from cuttings, which should be taken in spring or summer. The cuttings should be taken from the tips of the branches and should be about 6-8 inches long. The cuttings should be placed in a pot filled with a mixture of equal parts of sand and peat moss. The pot should be kept in a warm, bright location and watered regularly. The cuttings should root within a few weeks.

Where to Find Palmeria hypargyrea

Palmeria hypargyrea is native to New Guinea.

Palmeria hypargyrea FAQ

What is the scientific name of Palmeria hypargyrea?

Palmeria hypargyrea

What is the family of Palmeria hypargyrea?

Asteraceae

What is the common name of Palmeria hypargyrea?

Silverleaf Palmeria

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