Paullinia fournieri - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Sapindales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
fournieri
ID:
1269493
Status:
valid
Authors:
J.F.Morales
Source:
tro
Year:
2003
Citation Micro:
Brittonia 55: 173 (2003)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001268831
Common Names
- Paullinia Fournieri
- Fournieri Paullinia
- Paullinia Fournieri
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Paullinia fournieri (also called Fournier's paullinia, among many other common names) is a shrub native to Central and South America. It is found in moist and wet habitats, such as wet meadows, swamps, and marshes.
Uses & Benefits
Paullinia fournieri is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscaping. It is also used to attract birds and butterflies.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Paullinia fournieri has small, white flowers. The seeds are small and wingless. Seedlings are small and have two needle-like leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Paullinia fournieri is a shrub native to tropical and subtropical regions of the world. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and partial shade. It can be propagated from cuttings or by seed. Cuttings should be taken in early spring and planted in a well-draining soil mix. Seeds should be sown in late spring or early summer in a warm, humid environment. Once established, the plant requires little maintenance and can be pruned to shape.
Where to Find Paullinia fournieri
Paullinia fournieri is found in the Caribbean, Central America, and South America.
Paullinia fournieri FAQ
What is the scientific name of Paullinia fournieri?
Paullinia fournieri
What is the common name of Paullinia fournieri?
Fournier's Paullinia
Where is Paullinia fournieri native to?
Central America
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
The Plant List v1.1 record tro-50235878: Based on the initial data import
Juan Francisco Morales Quirós (b.1974): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.F.Morales' in the authors string.