Status:
valid
Authors:
Steyerm.
Source:
cmp
Year:
1968
Citation Micro:
Acta Bot. Venez. 3: 202 (1968)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000471201
Common Names
- Paullinia manarae
- Manarae Paullinia
- Manarae Guarana
Description
Paullinia manarae (also called Manara's 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 manarae 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 manarae is small and white with five petals. The seed is small and round, and the seedlings are thin and delicate.
Cultivation and Propagation
Paullinia manarae 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 manarae
Paullinia manarae is native to tropical Africa.
Paullinia manarae FAQ
What is the scientific name of Paullinia manarae?
Paullinia manarae
What is the common name of Paullinia manarae?
Manara's guaco
What is the natural habitat of Paullinia manarae?
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