Pamianthe peruviana - Uses, Benefits & Care
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
peruviana
ID:
729578
Status:
valid
Authors:
Stapf
Source:
wcs
Year:
1933
Citation Micro:
Bot. Mag. 156: t. 9315 (1933)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000728911
Common Names
- Pamianthe peruviana
- Peruvian Pamianthe
- Peruvian False Agave
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Pamianthe peruviana (also called 'Peruvian Pamianthe', among many other common names) is a small herbaceous perennial plant native to South America. It is characterized by its ovate leaves and its small white flowers. It is found in moist, shady areas in its native region.
Uses & Benefits
Pamianthe peruviana is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments such as fever, cold, cough, and stomachache.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Pamianthe peruviana has white flowers with yellow centers, small, round, black seeds and seedlings with oval-shaped leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Pamianthe peruviana is a perennial plant that can be propagated by division or seed. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can be grown in USDA hardiness zones 4-9.
Where to Find Pamianthe peruviana
Pamianthe peruviana is native to Peru.
Pamianthe peruviana FAQ
What is the scientific name of Pamianthe peruviana?
Pamianthe peruviana
What type of plant is Pamianthe peruviana?
Pamianthe peruviana is a species of flowering plant in the family Iridaceae.
Where is Pamianthe peruviana native to?
Pamianthe peruviana is native to Peru and Ecuador.
Species in the Pamianthe genus
Species in the Amaryllidaceae family
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References
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-285986: Based on the initial data import
Otto Stapf (1857-1933): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Stapf' in the authors string.