Status:
valid
Authors:
Cuatrec.
Source:
ksu
Year:
1936
Citation Micro:
Trab. Mus. Nac. Ci. Nat., Ser. Bot. No. 33, 105 (1936), in syn.
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000395956
Common Names
- Paramen's Pellegrinia
- Paramen's Pellegrinia
- Paramen's Pellegrinia
Description
Pellegrinia paramensis (also called 'Paramo Pellegrinia', among many other common names) is a small evergreen shrub with glossy, dark green leaves and white, bell-shaped flowers. It is native to Colombia and is found in moist forests and along streams.
Uses & Benefits
Pellegrinia paramensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used in traditional Chinese medicine.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Flower of Pellegrinia paramensis is small and white. Its seeds are small and black. The seedlings are thin and green.
Cultivation and Propagation
Pellegrinia paramensis is a perennial herb that grows up to 2 feet in height. It prefers full sun to partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is best done through division of the rootstock in the spring or early summer. Dig up the rootstock and divide it into several sections, each with a few buds. Plant the sections in a moist, well-drained potting mix and keep them in a warm, humid environment until roots form.
Where to Find Pellegrinia paramensis
Pellegrinia paramensis is native to tropical regions of Africa, Asia, and the Americas. It can be found in moist, shady habitats such as rainforests and swamps.
Pellegrinia paramensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Pellegrinia paramensis?
Pellegrinia paramensis
What is the common name of Pellegrinia paramensis?
Paramen's Pellegrinia
What is the natural habitat of Pellegrinia paramensis?
Tropical and subtropical regions
Species in the Pellegrinia genus
Pellegrinia cavanillesiana,
Pellegrinia coccinea,
Pellegrinia colombiana,
Pellegrinia dichogama,
Pellegrinia grandiflora,
Pellegrinia guascensis,
Pellegrinia harmsiana,
Pellegrinia hirsuta,
Pellegrinia paramensis,
Pellegrinia serpyllifolia,
Pellegrinia trinum,
Species in the Ericaceae family