Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Sapindales
Genus:
Species:
fuscescens
ID:
471899

Status:
valid

Authors:
Kunth

Source:
cmp

Year:
1821

Citation Micro:
Nov. Gen. Sp. 5: 120 (1821)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000471231



Common Names

  • Paullinia fuscescens
  • Fuscescent Paullinia
  • Paullinia


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Synonyms

  • Paullinia micropterygia Miq. [unknown]
  • Paullinia fusca Griseb. [unknown]
  • Paullinia fuscescens glabrata Croat [unknown]
  • Paullinia pubescens DC. [unknown]
  • Serjania pubescens Kunth [unknown]
  • Paullinia fuscescens fuscescens [unknown]
  • Paullinia velutina DC. [unknown]
  • Paullinia fuscescens velutina Radlk. [unknown]

Description

Paullinia fuscescens (also called Brown 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 fuscescens 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 fuscescens has small, white flowers with yellow centers and small, black seeds. The seedlings have oval-shaped leaves with a smooth edge.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Paullinia fuscescens is a fast-growing, evergreen shrub that can reach up to 8 feet in height. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is best done by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring in a warm, sunny location. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and rooted in a moist, well-drained medium.

Where to Find Paullinia fuscescens

Paullinia fuscescens is native to South America and can be found in tropical and subtropical forests.

Paullinia fuscescens FAQ

What is the scientific name of Paullinia fuscescens?

Paullinia fuscescens

What is the common name of Paullinia fuscescens?

Dark guaco

What is the natural habitat of Paullinia fuscescens?

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