Talinum punae - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
punae
ID:
1286036
Status:
valid
Authors:
(R.E.Fr.) Carolin
Source:
tro
Year:
1985
Citation Micro:
Parodiana 3: 331. 1985
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001285374
Common Names
- Puna Talinum
- Puna Fameflower
- Puna Talinum Fameflower
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Talinum punae (also called Puna Fameflower, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to the Andes. It has a woody stem and its leaves are lanceolate, with a length of 2-4 cm. It grows in rocky areas, in dry and sunny places.
Uses & Benefits
Talinum punae is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes. It is also used for erosion control and as a ground cover.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Talinum punae has white flowers with yellow centers. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and green.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Talinum punae is an easy-to-grow, evergreen shrub that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. To propagate by seed, sow the seeds in a warm, sunny location. To propagate by cuttings, take cuttings from the tips of the stems and root them in moist soil.
Where to Find Talinum punae
Talinum punae can be found in Central and South America.
Talinum punae FAQ
What is the scientific name of Talinum punae?
Talinum punae
What is the common name of Talinum punae?
Puna talinum
What type of plant is Talinum punae?
Herb
Species in the Talinum genus
Talinum caffrum, Talinum portulacifolium, Talinum paniculatum, Talinum calycinum, Talinum fruticosum, Talinum sediforme, Talinum napiforme, Talinum polygaloides, Talinum arnotii, Talinum crispatulum, Talinum tenuissimum, Talinum tuberosum, Talinum crassicaule, Talinum multiflorum, Talinum nocturnum, Talinum punae,
Species in the Talinaceae family
Amphipetalum paraguayense, Talinella dauphinensis, Talinella grevei, Talinella boiviniana, Talinella pachypoda, Talinella microphylla, Talinella albidiflora, Talinella ankaranensis, Talinella bosseri, Talinella humbertii, Talinella latifolia, Talinella tsitondroinensis, Talinella xerophila, Talinum caffrum, Talinum portulacifolium, Talinum paniculatum, Talinum calycinum, Talinum fruticosum, Talinum sediforme, Talinum napiforme, Talinum polygaloides, Talinum arnotii, Talinum crispatulum, Talinum tenuissimum, Talinum tuberosum, Talinum crassicaule, Talinum multiflorum, Talinum nocturnum, Talinum punae,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record tro-50327518: Based on the initial data import
Robert Elias Fries (1876-1966): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.E.Fr.' in the authors string.
Roger Charles Carolin (b.1929): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Carolin' in the authors string.