Paloue sandwithii - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Redden
Source:
ksufab
Year:
2008
Citation Micro:
Brittonia60: 257 (2008)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000744377
Common Names
- Paloue Sandwithii
- Paloue
- Sandwithii
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Paloue sandwithii (also called Sandwith's Paloue, among many other common names) is an annual herb native to South Africa. It has narrow, lance-shaped leaves and produces small, white flowers. It is found in grasslands, meadows, and disturbed areas.
Uses & Benefits
Paloue sandwithii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. Its flowers have a pleasant scent and can be used to make herbal teas and infusions.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Paloue sandwithii has white, star-shaped flowers with yellow centers. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are thin and delicate.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Paloue sandwithii is an evergreen shrub native to the tropical forests of South America. It can be propagated from cuttings or by seed. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and planted in a well-draining soil mix. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist until germination. Once established, it requires little maintenance and can tolerate some drought.
Where to Find Paloue sandwithii
Paloue sandwithii can be found in Central and South America.
Paloue sandwithii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Paloue sandwithii?
Paloue sandwithii
What is the common name of Paloue sandwithii?
Sandwithii Paloue
What is the natural habitat of Paloue sandwithii?
Found in the tropical and subtropical regions of Mexico
Species in the Paloue genus
Paloue brasiliensis, Paloue induta, Paloue guianensis, Paloue riparia, Paloue sandwithii, Paloue bicolor, Paloue coccinea, Paloue duckei, Paloue durissima, Paloue emarginata, Paloue fanshawei, Paloue leiogyne, Paloue macrostachya, Paloue paraensis, Paloue princeps, Paloue speciosa, Paloue grahamiae,
Species in the Fabaceae family
References
Karen M. Redden: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Redden' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:60450800-2: Based on the initial data import
Legume Data Portal link for: Paloue sandwithii Redden: Based on the 2022 Legume checklist.