Status:
valid
Authors:
Tul.
Source:
cmp
Year:
1847
Citation Micro:
Ann. Sci. Nat., Bot. , sér. 3, 7: 373 (1847)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000472825
Common Names
- Paypayrola Confertiflora
- Confertiflora Paypayrola
- Confertiflo Paypayrola
Description
Paypayrola confertiflora (also called Clustered Paypayrola, among many other common names) is an annual herb native to tropical regions of the Americas. It grows in moist, shady habitats, such as forests and riverbanks.
Uses & Benefits
Paypayrola confertiflora is used as an ornamental plant, for its medicinal properties, and as a source of fiber.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Paypayrola confertiflora has small, white flowers with four petals. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and green.
Cultivation and Propagation
Paypayrola confertiflora is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun to partial shade and moist, well-drained soils. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some light frost.
Where to Find Paypayrola confertiflora
Paypayrola confertiflora can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of Central and South America.
Paypayrola confertiflora FAQ
What is the optimal temperature for Paypayrola confertiflora?
Paypayrola confertiflora prefers temperatures between 65-80 degrees Fahrenheit.
What is the optimal light level for Paypayrola confertiflora?
Paypayrola confertiflora prefers bright, indirect light.
What is the optimal humidity level for Paypayrola confertiflora?
Paypayrola confertiflora prefers a humidity level of 50-70%.
Species in the Paypayrola genus
Species in the Violaceae family
Agatea lecointei,
Agatea longipedicellata,
Agatea macrobotrys,
Agatea pancheri,
Agatea rufotomentosa,
Agatea schlechteri,
Agatea veillonii,
Agatea violaris,
Allexis batangae,
Allexis cauliflora,
Allexis obanensis,
Allexis zygomorpha,
Amphirrhox grandifolia,
Amphirrhox longifolia,
Anchietea exalata,
Anchietea frangulifolia,
Anchietea peruviana,
Anchietea pyrifolia,
Anchietea raimondii,
Anchietea selloviana,
Anchietea suma,
Anchietea ferrucciae,
Anchietea ballardii,
Calyptrion arboreum,
Calyptrion carthagenense,
Calyptrion pubescens,
Calyptrion volubile,
Decorsella paradoxa,
Fusispermum laxiflorum,
Fusispermum minutiflorum,
Fusispermum rubrolignosum,
Hybanthopsis bahiensis,
Hybanthus albus,
Hybanthus austrocaledonicus,
Hybanthus caledonicus,
Hybanthus cymulosus,
Hybanthus debilissimus,
Hybanthus domingensis,
Hybanthus durus,
Hybanthus epacroides,
Hybanthus galeottii,
Hybanthus graminifolius,
Hybanthus havanensis,
Hybanthus heterosepalus,
Hybanthus leptopus,
Hybanthus leucanthus,
Hybanthus micranthus,
Hybanthus mossamedensis,
Hybanthus paraguariensis,
Hybanthus parviflorus,