Leopoldinia piassaba - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Arecales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
piassaba
ID:
225417
Status:
valid
Authors:
Wallace
Source:
wcs
Year:
1853
Citation Micro:
Palm Trees Amazon : 17 (1853)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000224747
Common Names
- Piassaba Lepanthes
- Piassaba Pleurothallis
- Piassaba Orchid
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Leopoldinia piassaba (also called Piassaba Leopoldinia, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Euphorbiaceae. It is native to South America. It is a small shrub that grows in moist forests and along streams.
Uses & Benefits
Leopoldinia piassaba is used as an ornamental plant and for its medicinal properties.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Leopoldinia piassaba has small white flowers and small black seeds. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Leopoldinia piassaba can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from healthy plants and rooted in a moist, well-draining soil mix. Both methods should be kept in a warm, humid environment with bright, indirect light.
Where to Find Leopoldinia piassaba
Leopoldinia piassaba can be found in Brazil.
Leopoldinia piassaba FAQ
What is the scientific name of Leopoldinia piassaba?
Leopoldinia piassaba
What are the common names of Leopoldinia piassaba?
Piassaba Palm, Piassaba Palm Tree, and Piassaba Palm
What is the natural habitat of Leopoldinia piassaba?
It is native to Brazil and is found in moist, shady areas
Species in the Leopoldinia genus
Species in the Arecaceae family
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References
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-109606: Based on the initial data import
Alfred Russel Wallace (1823-1913): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Wallace' in the authors string.