Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
meiniana
ID:
396656

Status:
valid

Authors:
(F.Muell.) Schltr.

Source:
ksu

Year:
1918

Citation Micro:
Bot. Jahrb. Syst. 55: 183 (1918)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000395988

Common Names

  • Paphia meiniana
  • Meinian Paphia
  • Meinian

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Description

Paphia meiniana (also called Meinian Paphia, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to India. It has a thick, tuberous rootstock and long, slender stems that can reach up to 1 meter in height. It is found in moist, shady areas in the mountains and along streams.

Uses & Benefits

Paphia meiniana is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used in traditional medicine for treating skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Paphia meiniana has white, star-like flowers with yellow centers. The seeds are small and dark brown. The seedlings are small and dark green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Paphia meiniana is a perennial plant that is easy to propagate by division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be propagated by cuttings or division in spring or autumn.

Where to Find Paphia meiniana

Paphia meiniana can be found in the tropical forests of South America.

Paphia meiniana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Paphia meiniana?

Paphia meiniana

What are the common names of Paphia meiniana?

Meinian paphia, Meinian paphaceae

What is the natural habitat of Paphia meiniana?

It is native to the Himalayas and grows in moist forests and along streams

Species in the Ericaceae family

References

Ferdinand von Mueller (1825-1896): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'F.Muell.' in the authors string.
Rudolf Schlechter (1872-1925): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Schltr.' in the authors string.