Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Sapindales
Genus:
Species:
elliptica
ID:
471888

Status:
valid

Authors:
Cuatrec.

Source:
ksu

Year:
1952

Citation Micro:
Revista Acad. Colomb. Ci. Exact. 8: 479 (1952)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000471220



Common Names

  • Paullinia elliptica
  • Elliptica Paullinia
  • Elliptica Guarana


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Description

Paullinia elliptica (also called Elliptic Guarana, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Sapindaceae. It is a small, evergreen shrub or tree that grows up to 4 m tall. It is native to Brazil, Guyana, and Venezuela, and is typically found in lowland tropical forests.

Uses & Benefits

Paullinia elliptica 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

Paullinia elliptica has small, yellow flowers with five petals and small, black seeds. The seedlings have oval-shaped leaves with a smooth edge.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Paullinia elliptica is a fast-growing, evergreen, perennial vine that can be propagated by cuttings or by layering. It prefers a warm, humid climate and full sun. It can be grown in containers or in the ground. It requires regular watering and fertilizing. Pruning is necessary to keep the plant in shape and to encourage new growth.

Where to Find Paullinia elliptica

Paullinia elliptica is native to the Atlantic Forest in Brazil.

Paullinia elliptica FAQ

What is the scientific name of Paullinia elliptica?

Paullinia elliptica

What is the common name of Paullinia elliptica?

Elliptic guaco

What is the natural habitat of Paullinia elliptica?

Tropical rainforest

Species in the Paullinia genus

Paullinia carrenoi, Paullinia capreolata, Paullinia cauliflora, Paullinia chocoensis, Paullinia cirrhipes, Paullinia bracteosa, Paullinia brenesii, Paullinia caloptera, Paullinia capitata, Paullinia clavigera, Paullinia cururu, Paullinia connaracea, Paullinia coriacea, Paullinia cupana, Paullinia costaricensis, Paullinia costata, Paullinia bipinnata, Paullinia barbadensis, Paullinia bicorniculata, Paullinia alata, Paullinia alsmithii, Paullinia anisoptera, Paullinia apoda, Paullinia leiocarpa, Paullinia macrophylla, Paullinia livescens, Paullinia ingifolia, Paullinia densiflora, Paullinia integra, Paullinia jamaicensis, Paullinia manarae, Paullinia micrantha, Paullinia medullosa, Paullinia meliifolia, Paullinia imberbis, Paullinia filicifolia, Paullinia fimbriata, Paullinia echinata, Paullinia elliptica, Paullinia emetica, Paullinia granatensis, Paullinia grandifolia, Paullinia hispida, Paullinia guaviarensis, Paullinia fuscescens, Paullinia fraxinifolia, Paullinia glomerulosa, Paullinia fusiformis, Paullinia serjaniifolia, Paullinia spicata,

Species in the Sapindaceae family