Paranephelium joannis - Uses, Benefits & Care
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Sapindales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
joannis
ID:
471800
Status:
valid
Authors:
M.Davids
Source:
ksu
Year:
1984
Citation Micro:
Blumea 29: 434 (1984)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000471132
Common Names
- Paranephelium joannis
- Joannis Paranephelium
- Paranephelium
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Paranephelium joannis (also called Joann's guarana, among many other common names) is a perennial woody vine native to the tropical forests of South America. It has a twining stem and produces small white flowers in the summer. It grows in moist forests, along rivers, and other wet habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Paranephelium joannis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments such as fever, headache, and stomachache.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Flower: small, white and fragrant. Seed: small, black and round. Seedlings: thin, white and long.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Paranephelium joannis is a tropical plant native to Central and South America. It is an evergreen, woody shrub that can reach up to 3 meters in height. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is by seeds or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or summer in a warm, sheltered location. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and rooted in moist, well-drained soil.
Where to Find Paranephelium joannis
Paranephelium joannis can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of Africa, Madagascar, and the Mascarene Islands.
Paranephelium joannis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Paranephelium joannis?
Paranephelium joannis
What is the natural habitat of Paranephelium joannis?
Alpine meadows and grassy slopes
What is the flowering season of Paranephelium joannis?
July to August