Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Sapindales
Genus:
Species:
leiocarpa
ID:
471840

Status:
valid

Authors:
Griseb.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1859

Citation Micro:
Fl. Brit. W. I. : 124 (1859)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000471172



Common Names

  • Paullinia leiocarpa
  • Leiocarpa Paullinia
  • Leiocarpa Guarana


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Description

Paullinia leiocarpa (also called Smooth-fruited Paullinia, among many other common names) is a shrub that can reach up to 3 m in height. It is native to the tropical regions of Africa and Asia, and is usually found in open woodlands and grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Paullinia leiocarpa is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments, including fever, colds, and headaches.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Paullinia leiocarpa is a bright yellow color and has a bell-shaped form. The seed is small and black, and the seedlings are thin and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Paullinia leiocarpa is a fast-growing, evergreen, perennial shrub. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a warm, moist environment and kept at a temperature of around 25°C. Cuttings should be taken from the tips of the stems and planted in a moist, well-draining soil mix. The cuttings should be kept in a warm, humid environment and should be kept moist until they have rooted.

Where to Find Paullinia leiocarpa

Paullinia leiocarpa is native to tropical Africa.

Paullinia leiocarpa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Paullinia leiocarpa?

Paullinia leiocarpa

What is the common name of Paullinia leiocarpa?

Leiocarpa Paullinia

What is the natural habitat of Paullinia leiocarpa?

Tropical rainforests

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