Quiina paraensis - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Pires & Fróes
Source:
cmp
Year:
1950
Citation Micro:
Bol. Tecn. Inst. Agron. N. No. 20, 43 (1950).
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000733485
Common Names
- Quiina paraensis
- Quiina de la selva
- Quiina de la Amazonía
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Quiina paraensis (also called Para Quiina, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Quiinaceae family. It is native to Brazil and grows in open woodlands and grassy areas. It has a shrub-like growth habit and produces yellow, star-shaped flowers.
Uses & Benefits
Quiina paraensis is used as an ornamental plant, for its edible fruits, and to treat fever, headaches, and digestive problems.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Quiina paraensis is a white, five-petaled bloom with yellow anthers. The seed is a small, black, round seed with a hard outer shell. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single leaf.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Quiina paraensis is a fast-growing, evergreen shrub that can reach up to 3 m in height. It is native to the tropical regions of South America. It prefers well-drained soil and full sun. Propagation is best done by cuttings, as the plant does not produce viable seeds. Cuttings should be taken from the tips of the branches and planted in a moist, well-draining soil mix.
Where to Find Quiina paraensis
Quiina paraensis is native to the Amazon region of Brazil.
Quiina paraensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Quiina paraensis?
Quiina paraensis
What is the common name of Quiina paraensis?
Para Quiina
What is the natural habitat of Quiina paraensis?
Tropical rainforests and moist lowland forests
Species in the Quiina genus
Quiina yatuensis, Quiina amazonica, Quiina blackii, Quiina brevensis, Quiina congesta, Quiina cruegeriana, Quiina decaisneana, Quiina duckei, Quiina florida, Quiina glaziovii, Quiina grandifolia, Quiina guianensis, Quiina indigofera, Quiina integrifolia, Quiina jamaicensis, Quiina juruana, Quiina klugii, Quiina lanceolata, Quiina leptoclada, Quiina longifolia, Quiina macrophylla, Quiina magallano-gomesii, Quiina maguirei, Quiina negrensis, Quiina obovata, Quiina oiapocensis, Quiina paraensis, Quiina parvifolia, Quiina pteridophylla, Quiina pubescens, Quiina rhytidopus, Quiina rigidifolia, Quiina sessilis, Quiina tessmannii, Quiina tinifolia, Quiina ulei, Quiina wurdackii, Quiina maracaensis, Quiina zamorensis, Quiina sessilis, Quiina attenuata, Quiina berryi, Quiina cidiana, Quiina gentryi, Quiina piresii,
Species in the Ochnaceae family
References
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2868541: Based on the initial data import
João Murça Pires (1917-1994): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Pires' in the authors string.
Ricardo de Lemos Fróes (1891-1960): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Fróes' in the authors string.