Paullinia verrucosa - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Sapindales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
verrucosa
ID:
472339
Status:
valid
Authors:
Radlk.
Source:
cmp
Year:
1896
Citation Micro:
Monogr. Paullinia : 181 (1896)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000471671
Common Names
- Paullinia verrucosa
- Verrucose Paullinia
- Verrucose's Paullinia
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Paullinia verrucosa (also called 'Warty Paullinia', among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree native to the Caribbean and Central America. It grows up to 10 meters tall and has alternate, oblong-lanceolate leaves. It is found in tropical dry forests, tropical moist forests, and tropical wet forests.
Uses & Benefits
Paullinia verrucosa is used as an ornamental plant and for its medicinal properties. It is also used to make a beverage called guarana, which is popular in Djibouti.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Paullinia verrucosa is a small, white flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, with a single pair of leaves and a short stem.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Paullinia verrucosa is a perennial shrub that can be propagated from cuttings or by seed. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost. It can be pruned to keep it in shape.
Where to Find Paullinia verrucosa
Paullinia verrucosa can be found in Central and South America, from Mexico to Brazil.
Paullinia verrucosa FAQ
What is the scientific name of this plant?
Paullinia verrucosa
What type of plant is this?
Herbaceous perennial
Where is this plant native to?
Central and South 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 kew-2543949: Based on the initial data import
Ludwig Radlkofer (1829-1927): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Radlk.' in the authors string.