Gaylussacia paranaensis - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
paranaensis
ID:
750017
Status:
valid
Authors:
Romão & Kin.-Gouv.
Source:
ksu
Year:
2010
Citation Micro:
Rodriguésia 61: S52 (2010)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000749350
Common Names
- Paranaensis Gaylussacia
- Parana Gaylussacia
- Parana Bush Gaylussacia
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Gaylussacia paranaensis (also called Parana Huckleberry, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub that grows up to 2 meters tall. It is native to Brazil and is found in tropical forests. It has large, oval-shaped leaves and small, white flowers.
Uses & Benefits
Gaylussacia paranaensis is used as a traditional medicine for treating fever, headache, and skin diseases. It is also used as an ornamental plant.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Gaylussacia paranaensis has small white flowers with yellow centers that are held in clusters of up to five. The seed is small and black, and the seedlings are thin and delicate.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Gaylussacia paranaensis can be propagated by seed or division. It is best grown in moist, well-drained soils in full sun or partial shade. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost.
Where to Find Gaylussacia paranaensis
Gaylussacia paranaensis is native to Brazil and can be found in the states of Paraná and Santa Catarina.
Gaylussacia paranaensis FAQ
What is the common name of Gaylussacia paranaensis?
Paranaensis Gaylussacia
What is the natural habitat of Gaylussacia paranaensis?
It is found in moist, shady places in lowland forests of South America.
What are the uses of Gaylussacia paranaensis?
The leaves of Gaylussacia paranaensis are used in traditional medicine to treat fever, rheumatism, and skin diseases.
Species in the Gaylussacia genus
Gaylussacia amazonica, Gaylussacia amoena, Gaylussacia angulata, Gaylussacia angustifolia, Gaylussacia arassatubensis, Gaylussacia baccata, Gaylussacia bigeloviana, Gaylussacia brachycera, Gaylussacia brasiliensis, Gaylussacia buxifolia, Gaylussacia caparoensis, Gaylussacia caratuvensis, Gaylussacia cardenasii, Gaylussacia centunculifolia, Gaylussacia chamissonis, Gaylussacia ciliosa, Gaylussacia cinerea, Gaylussacia cordata, Gaylussacia corvensis, Gaylussacia decipiens, Gaylussacia densa, Gaylussacia dependens, Gaylussacia duartei, Gaylussacia dumosa, Gaylussacia dumosa, Gaylussacia elliptica, Gaylussacia fasciculata, Gaylussacia frondosa, Gaylussacia gardneri, Gaylussacia goyazensis, Gaylussacia harleyi, Gaylussacia hispida, Gaylussacia incana, Gaylussacia jordanensis, Gaylussacia leptobotrys, Gaylussacia linearifolia, Gaylussacia loxensis, Gaylussacia luizae, Gaylussacia martii, Gaylussacia montana, Gaylussacia mosieri, Gaylussacia nana, Gaylussacia oleifolia, Gaylussacia orocola, Gaylussacia pallida, Gaylussacia paranaensis, Gaylussacia peruviana, Gaylussacia pinifolia, Gaylussacia pruinosa, Gaylussacia pseudociliosa,
Species in the Ericaceae family
References
Luíza Sumiko Kinoshita-Gouvêa (b.1947): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kin.-Gouv.' in the authors string.
Gerson Oliveira Romão: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Romão' in the authors string.