Carminatia papagayana - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
papagayana
ID:
56627
Status:
valid
Authors:
B.L.Turner
Source:
gcc
Year:
2009
Citation Micro:
Phytologia 91(1): 88 (-91; figs. 1-2) (2009)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000055956
Common Names
- Carminatia
- Papagayana
- Parrot-flower
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Carminatia papagayana (also called papagayana carminatia, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to South America. It has a simple stem with a few branches and grows up to a height of 40-50 cm. The leaves are simple, alternate, and lanceolate in shape. The flowers are yellow and the fruits are achenes. It is found in the tropical and subtropical regions of South America, growing in dry and moist deciduous forests.
Uses & Benefits
Carminatia papagayana is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a windbreak. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat skin and respiratory diseases.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Carminatia papagayana has small, white flowers with five petals. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have oval-shaped leaves with toothed edges.
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Carminatia papagayana is a perennial herb that grows in moist, sandy soils in full sun to partial shade. It can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a well-drained soil and kept moist until germination. Division can be done in spring or fall. The plant can be divided into smaller clumps and replanted in the same area or in a new location.
Where to Find Carminatia papagayana
Carminatia papagayana can be found in the tropical forests of South America, particularly in Brazil, Bolivia, and Peru.
Carminatia papagayana FAQ
What is the scientific name of Carminatia papagayana?
Carminatia papagayana
What is the family of Carminatia papagayana?
Asteraceae
What is the common name of Carminatia papagayana?
Papagayana Carminatia
Species in the Carminatia genus
Species in the Asteraceae family
Aaronsohnia pubescens, Aaronsohnia factorovskyi, Abrotanella filiformis, Abrotanella rostrata, Abrotanella linearis, Abrotanella trilobata, Abrotanella muscosa, Abrotanella inconspicua, Abrotanella trichoachaenia, Abrotanella caespitosa, Abrotanella nivigena, Abrotanella pusilla, Abrotanella linearifolia, Abrotanella papuana, Abrotanella rosulata, Abrotanella emarginata, Abrotanella fertilis, Abrotanella spathulata, Abrotanella purpurea, Abrotanella patearoa, Abrotanella submarginata, Abrotanella diemii, Abrotanella scapigera, Abrotanella forsterioides, Acamptopappus shockleyi, Acamptopappus sphaerocephalus, Acanthocephalus benthamianus, Acanthocephalus amplexifolius, Acanthocladium dockeri, Acanthodesmos distichus, Acanthodesmos gibarensis, Acanthospermum humile, Acanthospermum consobrinum, Acanthospermum glabratum, Acanthospermum microcarpum, Acanthospermum hispidum, Acanthospermum australe, Acanthospermum lecocarpoides, Acanthostyles buniifolius, Acanthostyles saucechicoensis, Achillea buiana, Achillea conrathii, Achillea cucullata, Achillea styriaca, Achillea clavennae, Achillea cappadocica, Achillea huber-morathii, Achillea ptarmicoides, Achillea sieheana, Achillea barrelieri,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record gcc-154607: Based on the initial data import
Billie Lee Turner (1925-2020): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'B.L.Turner' in the authors string.