Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Genus:
Species:
securinega
ID:
274599

Status:
valid

Authors:
Radcl.-Sm. & Ratter

Source:
wcs

Year:
1996

Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 51: 543 (1996)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000273931



Common Names

  • Piranhea securinega
  • Securinega Piranhea
  • Securinega Waterweed


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Description

Piranhea securinega (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 securinega is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant to treat fever, inflammation, and rheumatism.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Piranhea securinega has small, white flowers with yellow centers. Its seeds are small and black, and its seedlings are thin and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Piranhea securinega 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 securinega

Piranhea securinega can be found in the Amazon basin of South America.

Piranhea securinega FAQ

What is the scientific name of Piranhea securinega?

Piranhea securinega

What is the natural habitat of Piranhea securinega?

Tropical rainforests of Central and South America

What is the average height of Piranhea securinega?

1-2 meters

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-156647: Based on the initial data import
Alan Radcliffe-Smith (1938-2007): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Radcl.-Sm.' in the authors string.
James Alexander Ratter (1934-2020): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ratter' in the authors string.