Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Genus:
Species:
pringlei
ID:
1332310

Status:
valid

Authors:
D.Maity & S.K.Dey

Source:
ipni

Year:
2015

Citation Micro:
Edinburgh J. Bot. 72: 430 (2015)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001344764

Common Names

  • Pringlei
  • Kuepferia
  • Kuepferia Pringlei

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Description

Kuepferia pringlei (also called Pringle's Kuepferia, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that can reach up to 10 meters in height. It is native to Mexico and inhabits humid forests.

Uses & Benefits

Kuepferia pringlei has been used for medicinal purposes, such as for treating fever and stomach ailments.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Kuepferia pringlei var. pringlei
Kuepferia pringlei var. cavei D.Maity, S.K.Dey & Adr.Favre
Kuepferia pringlei var. lhonakensis D.Maity, S.K.Dey & Adr.Favre

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Kuepferia pringlei has small, white flowers that are borne in clusters. The flowers are followed by small, round, black seeds. Seedlings are small and have a single, upright stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Kuepferia pringlei can be propagated by seed or division. For seed propagation, sow the seeds in a well-draining soil mix in a warm, sunny location. Keep the soil moist but not soggy. For division, carefully dig up the clump and divide it into smaller sections. Replant the divisions in a well-draining soil mix in a warm, sunny location. Keep the soil moist but not soggy.

Where to Find Kuepferia pringlei

Kuepferia pringlei is native to Guatemala. It can be found in moist, shady forests.

Kuepferia pringlei FAQ

What is the scientific name of Kuepferia pringlei?

Kuepferia pringlei

What is the natural habitat of Kuepferia pringlei?

It is found in wet areas of the Caribbean.

What is the flowering period of Kuepferia pringlei?

It flowers from April to June.

Species in the Gentianaceae family

Adenolisianthus arboreus, Anthocleista amplexicaulis, Anthocleista djalonensis, Anthocleista grandiflora, Anthocleista inermis, Anthocleista laxiflora, Anthocleista liebrechtsiana, Anthocleista longifolia, Anthocleista madagascariensis, Anthocleista microphylla, Anthocleista nobilis, Anthocleista obanensis, Anthocleista procera, Anthocleista scandens, Anthocleista schweinfurthii, Anthocleista vogelii, Anthocleista potalioides, Aripuana cullmaniorum, Bartonia paniculata, Bartonia verna, Bartonia virginica, Bisgoeppertia robustior, Bisgoeppertia gracilis, Bisgoeppertia scandens, Blackstonia acuminata, Blackstonia grandiflora, Blackstonia imperfoliata, Blackstonia perfoliata, Calolisianthus amplissimus, Calolisianthus pedunculatus, Canscora alata, Canscora andrographioides, Canscora concanensis, Canscora diffusa, Canscora heteroclita, Canscora macrocalyx, Canscora pauciflora, Canscora perfoliata, Canscora roxburghii, Canscora schultesii, Canscora stricta, Canscora bidoupensis, Canscora bhatiana, Canscora shrirangiana, Canscora ciathula, Canscora tetraptera, Celiantha bella, Celiantha chimantensis, Celiantha imthurniana, Centaurium ameghinoi,

References

Debabrata Maity (b.1976): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'D.Maity' in the authors string.
Sentu Kumar Dey (b.1990): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'S.K.Dey' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:77152942-1: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.