Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Family:
Species:
grandiflora
ID:
1047819

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Ruiz & Pav.) Sleumer

Source:
tro

Year:
1935

Citation Micro:
Notizbl. Bot. Gart. Berlin-Dahlem 12: 288 (1935)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001047157

Common Names

  • Grandiflora Pellegrinia
  • Pellegrinia grandiflora
  • Large-Flowered Pellegrinia

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Description

Pellegrinia grandiflora (also called 'Grandiflora Pellegrinia', among many other common names) is a shrub native to the Caribbean, Central America, and South America. It grows in tropical and subtropical climates, and prefers moist, well-drained soils in full sun or partial shade.

Uses & Benefits

Pellegrinia grandiflora is used as an ornamental plant due to its attractive foliage and flowers. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating fever, headaches, and stomach aches.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Pellegrinia grandiflora has large white flowers that are borne in clusters. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have short, thin stems.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pellegrinia grandiflora is a shrub that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers moist, acidic soil and partial shade. It can be grown in full sun but will require more frequent watering. It is drought tolerant once established.

Where to Find Pellegrinia grandiflora

Pellegrinia grandiflora can be found in Costa Rica.

Species in the Ericaceae family