Asplundia gigantea - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Pandanales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
gigantea
ID:
638550
Status:
valid
Authors:
Tuberq.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1997
Citation Micro:
Caldasia 19(1–2): 182 (1997).
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000637882
Common Names
- Gigantea Asplundia
- Asplundia Gigantea
- Gigantea Asplundia
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Asplundia gigantea (also called Giant asplundia, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub that grows up to 4 m tall. It is native to South America, and is found in wet forests and other moist habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Asplundia gigantea is an ornamental shrub that is often used in gardens and parks. It has fragrant flowers and is often used in floral arrangements. The leaves can be used to make a tea that has been used to treat digestive ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Asplundia gigantea has small, white flowers with yellow anthers. Its seeds are small and black, and its seedlings are small and green.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Asplundia gigantea is a tropical plant that prefers warm temperatures and high humidity. It should be grown in a well-draining soil mix, with plenty of organic matter. It should be fertilized regularly during the growing season with a balanced fertilizer. Propagation is done by division or by stem cuttings.
Where to Find Asplundia gigantea
Asplundia gigantea is native to South America.
Asplundia gigantea FAQ
What is the ideal temperature for Asplundia gigantea?
Asplundia gigantea prefers temperatures between 65-80°F (18-27°C)
What type of light does Asplundia gigantea need?
Asplundia gigantea prefers bright, indirect light.
How often should I water Asplundia gigantea?
Water Asplundia gigantea when the top inch of soil is dry.
Species in the Asplundia genus
Asplundia acuminata, Asplundia ahlneri, Asplundia alata, Asplundia antioquiae, Asplundia aulacostigma, Asplundia aurantiaca, Asplundia australis, Asplundia brachyphylla, Asplundia brachypus, Asplundia brasiliensis, Asplundia cabrerae, Asplundia caput-medusae, Asplundia cayapensis, Asplundia clementinae, Asplundia cupulifera, Asplundia cuspidata, Asplundia cymbispatha, Asplundia divergens, Asplundia domingensis, Asplundia dussii, Asplundia ecuadoriensis, Asplundia euryspatha, Asplundia ewanii, Asplundia fagerlindii, Asplundia fanshawei, Asplundia fendleri, Asplundia ferruginea, Asplundia flavovaginata, Asplundia gamotepala, Asplundia gardneri, Asplundia gigantea, Asplundia glandulosa, Asplundia glaucophylla, Asplundia gleasonii, Asplundia goebelii, Asplundia guianensis, Asplundia harlingiana, Asplundia helicotricha, Asplundia heteranthera, Asplundia hookeri, Asplundia humilis, Asplundia insignis, Asplundia isabellina, Asplundia krukoffii, Asplundia labela, Asplundia latifolia, Asplundia latifrons, Asplundia liebmannii, Asplundia lilacina, Asplundia longicrura,
Species in the Cyclanthaceae family
Asplundia acuminata, Asplundia ahlneri, Asplundia alata, Asplundia antioquiae, Asplundia aulacostigma, Asplundia aurantiaca, Asplundia australis, Asplundia brachyphylla, Asplundia brachypus, Asplundia brasiliensis, Asplundia cabrerae, Asplundia caput-medusae, Asplundia cayapensis, Asplundia clementinae, Asplundia cupulifera, Asplundia cuspidata, Asplundia cymbispatha, Asplundia divergens, Asplundia domingensis, Asplundia dussii, Asplundia ecuadoriensis, Asplundia euryspatha, Asplundia ewanii, Asplundia fagerlindii, Asplundia fanshawei, Asplundia fendleri, Asplundia ferruginea, Asplundia flavovaginata, Asplundia gamotepala, Asplundia gardneri, Asplundia gigantea, Asplundia glandulosa, Asplundia glaucophylla, Asplundia gleasonii, Asplundia goebelii, Asplundia guianensis, Asplundia harlingiana, Asplundia helicotricha, Asplundia heteranthera, Asplundia hookeri, Asplundia humilis, Asplundia insignis, Asplundia isabellina, Asplundia krukoffii, Asplundia labela, Asplundia latifolia, Asplundia latifrons, Asplundia liebmannii, Asplundia lilacina, Asplundia longicrura,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-275723: Based on the initial data import
Dino Tuberquia: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Tuberq.' in the authors string.