Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Sapindales
Genus:
Species:
vespertilio
ID:
1263046

Status:
valid

Authors:
Sw.

Source:
tro

Year:
1788

Citation Micro:
Prodr. Veg. Ind. Occ. : 64 (1788)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001262384



Common Names

  • Paullinia vespertilio
  • Vespertilian Paullinia
  • Vespertilian Wild Petunia


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Description

Paullinia vespertilio (also called Bat Paullinia, among many other common names) is a species of shrub native to Central and South America. It has a woody stem and small white flowers. It grows in moist, shady areas and prefers partial shade.

Uses & Benefits

Paullinia vespertilio is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant to treat fevers, headaches, and stomachaches.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Paullinia vespertilio are yellow, with five petals and five sepals. Its seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings have a single cotyledon and a short stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Paullinia vespertilio is a perennial vine that is native to Central and South America. It can be propagated from seed or by cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost.

Where to Find Paullinia vespertilio

Paullinia vespertilio can be found in Central and South America, including Colombia, Venezuela, and Peru.

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