Piranhea longipedunculata - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
longipedunculata
ID:
274597
Status:
valid
Authors:
Jabl.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1967
Citation Micro:
Mem. New York Bot. Gard. 17: 122 (1967)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000273929
Common Names
- Piranhea longipedunculata
- Long-peduncled Piranhea
- Long-stalked Piranhea
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Piranhea longipedunculata (also called Piranhea, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Apocynaceae. It is a perennial herb, growing up to 1 m tall. It is native to South America. It is found in moist, shady forests and along streams.
Uses & Benefits
Piranhea longipedunculata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant to treat fever, inflammation, and rheumatism.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Piranhea longipedunculata has small, white flowers with yellow centers. Its seeds are small and black, and its seedlings are thin and delicate.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Piranhea longipedunculata is a tropical plant native to Southeast Asia. It is a slow-growing, clumping palm that can reach heights of up to 8 m (26 ft). It prefers a warm, humid climate and well-drained soil. Propagation is done by seed or division of the clumps. Seeds should be sown in a warm, moist environment and kept in a warm, humid environment until germination occurs.
Where to Find Piranhea longipedunculata
Piranhea longipedunculata can be found in the Amazon basin of South America.
Piranhea longipedunculata FAQ
What is the scientific name of Piranhea longipedunculata?
Piranhea longipedunculata
What is the natural habitat of Piranhea longipedunculata?
Tropical rainforests of Central and South America
What is the average height of Piranhea longipedunculata?
1-2 meters
Species in the Piranhea genus
Species in the Picrodendraceae family
Androstachys johnsonii, Aristogeitonia limoniifolia, Aristogeitonia lophirifolia, Aristogeitonia magnistipula, Aristogeitonia monophylla, Aristogeitonia perrieri, Aristogeitonia uapacifolia, Aristogeitonia gabonica, Austrobuxus alticola, Austrobuxus brevipes, Austrobuxus carunculatus, Austrobuxus clusiaceus, Austrobuxus cracens, Austrobuxus cuneatus, Austrobuxus ellipticus, Austrobuxus eugeniifolius, Austrobuxus horneanus, Austrobuxus huerlimannii, Austrobuxus mandjelicus, Austrobuxus megacarpus, Austrobuxus montis-do, Austrobuxus nitidus, Austrobuxus ovalis, Austrobuxus pauciflorus, Austrobuxus petiolaris, Austrobuxus rubiginosus, Austrobuxus swainii, Austrobuxus vieillardii, Austrobuxus dentatus, Austrobuxus celebicus, Choriceras majus, Choriceras tricorne, Dissiliaria baloghioides, Dissiliaria indistincta, Dissiliaria laxinervis, Dissiliaria muelleri, Dissiliaria surculosa, Dissiliaria tuckeri, Hyaenanche globosa, Kairothamnus phyllanthoides, Longetia buxoides, Micrantheum demissum, Micrantheum ericoides, Micrantheum hexandrum, Micrantheum serpentinum, Mischodon zeylanicus, Neoroepera banksii, Neoroepera buxifolia, Oldfieldia africana, Oldfieldia dactylophylla,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-156645: Based on the initial data import
Eugene Jablonszky (1892-1975): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Jabl.' in the authors string.