Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Genus:
Species:
ghorta
ID:
780107

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Buch.-Ham. ex G.Don) Steenis

Source:
iplants

Year:
1969

Citation Micro:
Acta Bot. Neerl. 18: 427 (1969)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000779440

Common Names

  • Ghorta Pauldopia
  • Ghorta Pauldopias
  • Ghorta Pauldopia

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Description

Pauldopia ghorta (also called Ghorta Pauldopia, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Bignoniaceae. It is a shrub with a height of up to 4 m. It is native to Central America and can be found in the tropical forests of Costa Rica, Guatemala, Honduras, and Nicaragua. It prefers moist, shady habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Pauldopia ghorta is used as a traditional medicine for treating various ailments such as fever, colds, and stomach problems. It is also used as a natural insect repellent and as an ornamental plant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Pauldopia ghorta is a small, white, bell-shaped flower with five petals. Its seeds are small, black and round. Its seedlings are small and thin with long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pauldopia ghorta is a fast-growing evergreen shrub that can reach up to 3 meters in height. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is done by cuttings or seeds. Cuttings should be taken from the current season's growth and planted in a moist, well-draining potting mix. Seeds should be sown in a sterile, well-draining potting mix and kept moist until germination occurs. Once established, Pauldopia ghorta requires minimal care and can tolerate some drought.

Where to Find Pauldopia ghorta

Pauldopia ghorta can be found in the tropical rainforests of Central and South America.

Pauldopia ghorta FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pauldopia ghorta?

Pauldopia ghorta

What is the common name of Pauldopia ghorta?

Ghorta Pauldopia

What is the natural habitat of Pauldopia ghorta?

Tropical rainforest in South America

Species in the Pauldopia genus

Species in the Bignoniaceae family

Adenocalymma neoflavidum, Adenocalymma pseudopatulum, Adenocalymma acutissimum, Adenocalymma apparicianum, Adenocalymma apurense, Adenocalymma arthropetiolatum, Adenocalymma bracteatum, Adenocalymma bracteolatum, Adenocalymma bullatum, Adenocalymma calderonii, Adenocalymma chocoense, Adenocalymma coriaceum, Adenocalymma cymbalum, Adenocalymma dichilum, Adenocalymma divaricatum, Adenocalymma dugandii, Adenocalymma dusenii, Adenocalymma flavum, Adenocalymma fruticosum, Adenocalymma gracielzae, Adenocalymma hatschbachii, Adenocalymma heterophyllum, Adenocalymma hirtum, Adenocalymma hypostictum, Adenocalymma impressum, Adenocalymma inundatum, Adenocalymma macrophyllum, Adenocalymma magdalenense, Adenocalymma magnificum, Adenocalymma marginatum, Adenocalymma nervosum, Adenocalymma paulistarum, Adenocalymma prancei, Adenocalymma salmoneum, Adenocalymma saulense, Adenocalymma scabriusculum, Adenocalymma scansile, Adenocalymma sousae, Adenocalymma subincanum, Adenocalymma subsessilifolium, Adenocalymma subspicatum, Adenocalymma tephrinocalyx, Adenocalymma ternatum, Adenocalymma trifoliatum, Adenocalymma ubatubense, Adenocalymma uleanum, Adenocalymma cladotrichum, Adenocalymma reticulatum, Adenocalymma velutinum, Adenocalymma adenophorum,

References

George Don (1798-1856): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'G.Don' in the authors string.
Francis Buchanan-Hamilton (1762-1829): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Buch.-Ham.' in the authors string.
Cornelis Gijsbert Gerrit Jan van Steenis (1901-1986): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Steenis' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:110257-1: Govaerts R (ed.). 2023. WCVP: World Checklist of Vascular Plants [Version 11]. Facilitated by the Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew. [WWW document] URL http://sftp.kew.org/pub/data-repositories/WCVP/ [accessed 20 April 2023].