Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
spruceana
ID:
1333918

Status:
valid

Authors:
Vicent. & E.M.B.Prata

Source:
ipni

Year:
2016

Citation Micro:
Phytotaxa 269: 187 (2016)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001346372



Common Names

  • Pagamea spruceana
  • Spruce's Pagamea
  • Spruceana Orchid


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Description

Pagamea spruceana (also called Spruce's Pagamea, among many other common names) is a shrub species native to Australia. It has a spreading habit and can reach up to 2 m in height. The leaves are narrow and have a pointed tip. It is found in open forests and woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Pagamea spruceana is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Pagamea spruceana has a white flower with a yellow spadix and a white spathe. The seed is a small, brown, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, with a single leaf and a short stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pagamea spruceana can be propagated from seed or by division. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist but not soggy. Division should be done in spring or early summer when the plant is actively growing. The root ball should be carefully divided into sections and each section replanted in a well-draining soil mix.

Where to Find Pagamea spruceana

Pagamea spruceana is native to Ecuador.

Pagamea spruceana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pagamea spruceana?

Pagamea spruceana

What type of plant is Pagamea spruceana?

Pagamea spruceana is a species of flowering plant in the Melastomataceae family.

Where is Pagamea spruceana native to?

Pagamea spruceana is native to Ecuador.

Species in the Rubiaceae family

Acranthera abbreviata, Acranthera anamallica, Acranthera athroophlebia, Acranthera atropella, Acranthera aurantiaca, Acranthera axilliflora, Acranthera bullata, Acranthera capitata, Acranthera ceylanica, Acranthera didymocarpa, Acranthera endertii, Acranthera frutescens, Acranthera grandiflora, Acranthera hallieri, Acranthera hirtostipula, Acranthera involucrata, Acranthera johannis-winkleri, Acranthera lanceolata, Acranthera longipes, Acranthera longipetiolata, Acranthera maculata, Acranthera megaphylla, Acranthera monantha, Acranthera nieuwenhuisii, Acranthera ophiorhizoides, Acranthera parviflora, Acranthera philippensis, Acranthera ruttenii, Acranthera salmonea, Acranthera siamensis, Acranthera siliquosa, Acranthera simalurensis, Acranthera sinensis, Acranthera strigosa, Acranthera tomentosa, Acranthera variegata, Acranthera velutinervia, Acranthera yatesii, Acranthera philippinensis, Acranthera burmanica, Acranthera virescens, Acranthera hoangii, Acranthera collina, Acrobotrys discolor, Acrosynanthus jamaicensis, Acrosynanthus latifolius, Acrosynanthus minor, Acrosynanthus ovatus, Acrosynanthus parvifolius, Acrosynanthus revolutus,

References

Alberto Vicentini: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Vicent.' in the authors string.
Eduardo Magalhães Borges Prata: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'E.M.B.Prata' in the authors string.