Paradrymonia buchtienii - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
buchtienii
ID:
467921
Status:
valid
Authors:
(Mansf.) Wiehler
Source:
cmp
Year:
1978
Citation Micro:
Selbyana 5: 49 (1978)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000467253
Common Names
- Paradrymonia buchtienii
- Buchtien Paradrymonia
- Buchtien Paradrymonia
- Buchtien Paradrymonia
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- Episcia buchtienii Mansf. [unknown]
Description
Paradrymonia buchtienii (also called Buchtien's paradrymonia, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant with long, thin, creeping stems and small, ovate, dark green leaves. It is native to the tropical forests of Central and South America and usually grows on tree trunks in the understory of the forest.
Uses & Benefits
Paradrymonia buchtienii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a natural dye for fabrics.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Paradrymonia buchtienii has small yellow flowers with five petals. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and delicate.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Paradrymonia buchtienii is a perennial herb native to tropical and subtropical regions of Central and South America. It can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept warm and moist. Division should be done in spring or fall. The plant should be divided into sections with a sharp knife and replanted in a well-draining soil mix.
Where to Find Paradrymonia buchtienii
Paradrymonia buchtienii is native to the tropical forests of Central and South America.
Paradrymonia buchtienii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Paradrymonia buchtienii?
Paradrymonia buchtienii
What is the family of Paradrymonia buchtienii?
Marantaceae
Where is Paradrymonia buchtienii native to?
Central and South America
Species in the Paradrymonia genus
Paradrymonia metamorphophylla, Paradrymonia decurrens, Paradrymonia ciliosa, Paradrymonia campostyla, Paradrymonia buchtienii, Paradrymonia yatua, Paradrymonia tepui, Paradrymonia lutea, Paradrymonia longifolia, Paradrymonia glabra, Paradrymonia fuquaiana, Paradrymonia conferta, Paradrymonia congesta, Paradrymonia barbata, Paradrymonia badia,
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,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2533716: Based on the initial data import
Rudolf Mansfeld (1901-1960): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Mansf.' in the authors string.
Hans Wiehler (1930-2003): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Wiehler' in the authors string.