Paullinia oldemanii - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Sapindales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
oldemanii
ID:
750632
Status:
valid
Authors:
Acev.-Rodr.
Source:
ksu
Year:
2011
Citation Micro:
PhytoKeys 7: 16 (2011)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000749965
Common Names
- Paullinia Oldemanii
- Oldemanii Paullinia
- Oldemanii Paullinia
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Paullinia oldemanii (also called Oldeman's paullinia, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to South America. It has a basal rosette of leaves and a tall flowering stem that can reach up to 60 cm in height. It is found in open woodlands, grasslands, and chaparral habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Paullinia oldemanii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used to create bonsai trees.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Paullinia oldemanii are white or pinkish-white, with a yellow center. The seeds are small, round, and black. The seedlings are small and delicate, with a single pair of leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Paullinia oldemanii is a semi-hardy perennial that can be grown in full sun or partial shade. It can be propagated by division or from seed. Division should be done in the spring or summer, while seeds should be sown in the fall. It prefers a well-drained soil and should be watered regularly.
Where to Find Paullinia oldemanii
Paullinia oldemanii can be found in the Amazonian region of South America.
Paullinia oldemanii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Paullinia oldemanii?
Paullinia oldemanii
What is the common name of Paullinia oldemanii?
Oldeman's Paullinia
What is the family of Paullinia oldemanii?
Sapindaceae
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
Pedro Acevedo-Rodríguez (b.1954): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Acev.-Rodr.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:77115894-1: Based on the initial data import