Status:
valid
Authors:
Fritsch
Source:
tro
Year:
1900
Citation Micro:
Beibl. Bot. Jahrb. Syst. 65: 18 (1900)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001272996
Common Names
- Paliavana racemosa
- Racemosa Paliavana
- Racemose Paliavana
Description
Paliavana racemosa (also called 'Racemose Paliavana', among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant that grows up to 1 m tall. It is native to Central and South America. It is found in tropical and subtropical forests.
Uses & Benefits
Paliavana racemosa is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Paliavana racemosa is a small, white, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, brown, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, green, oval-shaped seedlings.
Cultivation and Propagation
Paliavana racemosa is a terrestrial orchid that can be propagated by division or by seed. It prefers a well-drained soil and partial shade. It can be grown in pots or in the ground, and should be watered regularly. Fertilize regularly with a balanced fertilizer.
Where to Find Paliavana racemosa
Paliavana racemosa is native to South America and can be found in the tropical forests of Brazil, Peru, and Bolivia.
Paliavana racemosa FAQ
What is the scientific name of Paliavana racemosa?
Paliavana racemosa
What is the common name of Paliavana racemosa?
Racemose Paliavana
What is the natural habitat of Paliavana racemosa?
Tropical rainforests
Species in the Paliavana genus
Species in the Gesneriaceae family
Acanthonema diandrum,
Achimenes admirabilis,
Achimenes antirrhina,
Achimenes brevifolia,
Achimenes candida,
Achimenes cettoana,
Achimenes dulcis,
Achimenes erecta,
Achimenes fimbriata,
Achimenes flava,
Achimenes glabrata,
Achimenes grandiflora,
Achimenes heterophylla,
Achimenes hintoniana,
Achimenes longiflora,
Achimenes mexicana,
Achimenes misera,
Achimenes nayaritensis,
Achimenes obscura,
Achimenes occidentalis,
Achimenes patens,
Achimenes pedunculata,
Achimenes skinneri,
Achimenes woodii,
Achimenes tincticoma,
Achimenes elota,
Achimenes sanguinea,
Achimenes ixtapaensis,
Aeschynanthus citrinus,
Aeschynanthus membranifolius,
Aeschynanthus mendumiae,
Aeschynanthus sojolianus,
Aeschynanthus dischidioides,
Aeschynanthus minutifolius,
Aeschynanthus acuminatissimus,
Aeschynanthus acuminatus,
Aeschynanthus albidus,
Aeschynanthus amboinensis,
Aeschynanthus amoenus,
Aeschynanthus andersonii,
Aeschynanthus angustifolius,
Aeschynanthus angustioblongus,
Aeschynanthus apicidens,
Aeschynanthus arctocalyx,
Aeschynanthus arfakensis,
Aeschynanthus argentii,
Aeschynanthus asclepioides,
Aeschynanthus atrorubens,
Aeschynanthus atrosanguineus,
Aeschynanthus batakiorum,