Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Species:
populifolia
ID:
1551247

Status:
valid

Authors:
(C.B.Clarke) I.Darbysh. & T.F.Daniel

Source:
rhakhis

Year:
2019

Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 74(3)-39: 9. 2019

WFO Identifier:
wfo-1000031312

Common Names

  • Poplar-Leaved Daisy
  • Champluviera Populifolia
  • Poplar Daisy

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Description

Champluviera populifolia (also called Populifolia Champluviera, among many other common names) is a perennial tree native to the Amazon rainforest in South America. It is an evergreen tree that grows up to 25 m tall and has narrow, lance-shaped leaves. It grows in moist, lowland forests.

Uses & Benefits

Champluviera populifolia is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a food source for livestock and as a source of fiber for making paper and rope.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Champluviera populifolia are small and yellow-green in color. The seeds are small, dark brown, and have a hard outer coating. The seedlings are thin and light green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Champluviera populifolia is a shrub that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and full sun to partial shade. It is best to water the plant regularly and fertilize it every month during the growing season. Pruning is necessary to keep the plant in shape and to encourage new growth.

Where to Find Champluviera populifolia

Champluviera populifolia can be found in Australia.

Champluviera populifolia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Champluviera populifolia?

Champluviera populifolia

What type of plant is Champluviera populifolia?

A shrub

What is the natural habitat of Champluviera populifolia?

It is native to the tropical rainforests of Central and South America

Species in the Champluviera genus

Species in the Acanthaceae family

Acanthopale macrocarpa, Acanthopale confertiflora, Acanthopale decempedalis, Acanthopale laxiflora, Acanthopale madagascariensis, Acanthopale pubescens, Acanthopale aethiogermanica, Acanthopale breviceps, Acanthopale cuneifolia, Acanthopale ramiflora, Acanthopale perrieri, Acanthopale humblotii, Acanthopsis carduifolia, Acanthopsis disperma, Acanthopsis glauca, Acanthopsis hoffmannseggiana, Acanthopsis horrida, Acanthopsis scullyi, Acanthopsis spathularis, Acanthopsis disperma, Acanthopsis tuba, Acanthopsis ludoviciana, Acanthopsis adamanticola, Acanthopsis dispermoides, Acanthopsis erosa, Acanthopsis dregeana, Acanthopsis tetragona, Acanthopsis glandulopalmata, Acanthopsis insueta, Acanthopsis nitida, Acanthopsis pagodiformis, Acanthopsis glabra, Acanthopsis villosa, Acanthus austromontanus, Acanthus greuterianus, Acanthus kulalensis, Acanthus arboreus, Acanthus carduaceus, Acanthus caroli-alexandri, Acanthus caudatus, Acanthus dioscoridis, Acanthus ebracteatus, Acanthus eminens, Acanthus flexicaulis, Acanthus gaed, Acanthus guineensis, Acanthus hirsutus, Acanthus hungaricus, Acanthus ilicifolius, Acanthus latisepalus,

References

Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.: Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.