Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Genus:
Species:
sericiflora
ID:
1273659

Status:
valid

Authors:
Benth.

Source:
tro

Year:
1876

Citation Micro:
Gen. Pl. 2: 1003 1876

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001272997

Common Names

  • Paliavana sericiflora
  • Sericiflora Paliavana
  • Silky-flowered Paliavana

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Description

Paliavana sericiflora (also called 'Silky-flowered 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 sericiflora 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 sericiflora 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.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Paliavana sericiflora 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 sericiflora

Paliavana sericiflora can be found in the Andes mountain range in South America.

Paliavana sericiflora FAQ

What is the scientific name of Paliavana sericiflora?

Paliavana sericiflora

What is the common name of Paliavana sericiflora?

Silky-flowered Paliavana

What is the natural habitat of Paliavana sericiflora?

Tropical rainforests

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,

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