Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Species:
carolis-vegae
ID:
1318315

Status:
valid

Authors:
Bussmann, Paniagua & C.Téllez

Source:
ipni

Year:
2013

Citation Micro:
Econ. Bot. 67: 388 (2013)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001330769

Common Names

  • Plukenetia Carolis-Vegae
  • Plukenetia
  • Carolis-Vegae's Plukenetia

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Description

Plukenetia carolis-vegae (also called Carolis-Vega's Plukenetia, among many other common names) is a species of plant in the Euphorbiaceae family. It is native to Mexico. It is found in subtropical or tropical dry shrubland.

Uses & Benefits

Plukenetia carolis-vegae is a popular houseplant and is used as an ornamental plant. It is also used to make wreaths and garlands.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Plukenetia carolis-vegae is yellow with a yellow spadix. The seed is a small, round, black seed. The seedlings are small and have a single leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Plukenetia carolis-vegae is a tropical plant that prefers full sun and well-drained, slightly acidic soil. It can be propagated by stem cuttings or by seed.

Where to Find Plukenetia carolis-vegae

Plukenetia carolis-vegae is native to the island of Palawan in the Philippines.

Plukenetia carolis-vegae FAQ

What is the scientific name of Plukenetia carolis-vegae?

Plukenetia carolis-vegae

What is the natural habitat of Plukenetia carolis-vegae?

Tropical forests of Central and South America

What is the growth habit of Plukenetia carolis-vegae?

A perennial shrub or small tree

Species in the Euphorbiaceae family

Acalypha peckoltii, Acalypha peduncularis, Acalypha pendula, Acalypha perrieri, Acalypha persimilis, Acalypha peruviana, Acalypha pervilleana, Acalypha phleoides, Acalypha phyllonomifolia, Acalypha pilosa, Acalypha pippenii, Acalypha pittieri, Acalypha platyphylla, Acalypha pleiogyne, Acalypha plicata, Acalypha pohliana, Acalypha poiretii, Acalypha polymorpha, Acalypha polystachya, Acalypha portoricensis, Acalypha pruinosa, Acalypha pruriens, Acalypha pseudalopecuroides, Acalypha pseudovagans, Acalypha psilostachya, Acalypha pubiflora, Acalypha pulchrespicata, Acalypha punctata, Acalypha purpurascens, Acalypha purpusii, Acalypha pycnantha, Acalypha pygmaea, Acalypha radians, Acalypha radicans, Acalypha radinostachya, Acalypha radula, Acalypha radula, Acalypha rafaelensis, Acalypha raivavensis, Acalypha rapensis, Acalypha reflexa, Acalypha repanda, Acalypha retifera, Acalypha rhombifolia, Acalypha rhomboidea, Acalypha richardiana, Acalypha riedeliana, Acalypha rivularis, Acalypha rottleroides, Acalypha rubrinervis,

References

Caroloina Téllez-Alvarado (b.2000): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.Téllez' in the authors string.
Rainer W. Bussmann: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Bussmann' in the authors string.
Narel Y. Paniagua-Zambrana (b.1973): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Paniagua' in the authors string.