Paullinia filicifolia - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Sapindales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
filicifolia
ID:
471881
Status:
valid
Authors:
Cuatrec.
Source:
ksu
Year:
1952
Citation Micro:
Revista Acad. Colomb. Ci. Exact. 8: 475 (1952)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000471213
Common Names
- Paullinia filicifolia
- Filicifolia Paullinia
- Filicifolia Guarana
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Paullinia filicifolia (also called Fernleaf 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 filicifolia 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
The flower of Paullinia filicifolia is yellow and has five petals. The seed is small and round, and the seedlings are small and green.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Paullinia filicifolia 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 filicifolia
Paullinia filicifolia is native to the Atlantic Forest in Brazil.
Paullinia filicifolia FAQ
What is the scientific name of Paullinia filicifolia?
Paullinia filicifolia
What is the common name of Paullinia filicifolia?
Fern-leaved guaco
What is the natural habitat of Paullinia filicifolia?
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
References
José Cuatrecasas (1903-1996): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Cuatrec.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:185649-2: Based on the initial data import