Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Genus:
Species:
guianensis
ID:
1229727

Status:
valid

Authors:
N.E.Br.

Source:
tro

Year:
1901

Citation Micro:
Trans. Linn. Soc. London, Bot. 6: 30 (1901)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001229065



Common Names

  • Guianan Piriqueta
  • Guianan Piriquetas
  • Guianan Piriquetas


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Description

Piriqueta guianensis (also called 'P. guianensis', among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Caryophyllaceae family. It is native to the Himalayas and can be found in temperate forests and shrublands. It has simple, ovate leaves and white flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Piriqueta guianensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of food for animals. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments such as fever, headache, and stomachache.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Piriqueta guianensis sub. elongata (Urb. & Rolfe) Arbo

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Piriqueta guianensis are small, white and have five petals. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings have small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Piriqueta guianensis is a tropical shrub that is easy to propagate and cultivate. It can be propagated from seed or by division of the root system. It prefers well-drained soil and full sun. It needs to be watered regularly and fertilized every two to three months. It is also susceptible to pests and diseases, so it should be monitored closely.

Where to Find Piriqueta guianensis

Piriqueta guianensis can be found in moist meadows, marshes, and swamps in the eastern United States and Canada.

Piriqueta guianensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Piriqueta guianensis?

Piriqueta guianensis

What is the common name of Piriqueta guianensis?

Guiana Piriqueta

What is the natural habitat of Piriqueta guianensis?

Piriqueta guianensis is found in tropical and subtropical regions

Species in the Piriqueta genus

Piriqueta subsessilis, Piriqueta venezuelana, Piriqueta scabrida, Piriqueta nitida, Piriqueta racemosa, Piriqueta revoluta, Piriqueta undulata, Piriqueta viscosa, Piriqueta abairana, Piriqueta asperifolia, Piriqueta araguaiana, Piriqueta assurensis, Piriqueta caiapoensis, Piriqueta emasensis, Piriqueta lourteigiae, Piriqueta carnea, Piriqueta cistoides, Piriqueta cristobaliae, Piriqueta flammea, Piriqueta dentata, Piriqueta douradinha, Piriqueta densiflora, Piriqueta duarteana, Piriqueta ochroleuca, Piriqueta rosea, Piriqueta sulfurea, Piriqueta tamberlikii, Piriqueta sidifolia, Piriqueta suborbicularis, Piriqueta taubatensis, Piriqueta morongii, Piriqueta constellata, Piriqueta nanuzae, Piriqueta sarae, Piriqueta corumbensis, Piriqueta aurea, Piriqueta plicata, Piriqueta mortonii, Piriqueta breviseminata, Piriqueta mexicana, Piriqueta hapala, Piriqueta mesoamericana, Piriqueta grandifolia, Piriqueta guianensis, Piriqueta crenata, Piriqueta pampeana,

Species in the Passifloraceae family

Adenia kigogoensis, Adenia litoralis, Adenia mcdadeana, Adenia metamorpha, Adenia stylosa, Adenia aculeata, Adenia acuta, Adenia adenifera, Adenia antongilliana, Adenia ballyi, Adenia banaensis, Adenia bequaertii, Adenia boivinii, Adenia cardiophylla, Adenia cissampeloides, Adenia cladosepala, Adenia cordifolia, Adenia cordifolia, Adenia crassa, Adenia cynanchifolia, Adenia densiflora, Adenia digitata, Adenia dinklagei, Adenia dolichosiphon, Adenia ecirrosa, Adenia elegans, Adenia ellenbeckii, Adenia epigea, Adenia erecta, Adenia fasciculata, Adenia fernandesiana, Adenia firingalavensis, Adenia fruticosa, Adenia gedoensis, Adenia glauca, Adenia globosa, Adenia globosa, Adenia goetzei, Adenia gracilis, Adenia guineensis, Adenia gummifera, Adenia hastata, Adenia heterophylla, Adenia hondala, Adenia huillensis, Adenia inermis, Adenia isaloensis, Adenia karibaensis, Adenia keramanthus, Adenia kinabaluensis,

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