Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Laurales
Family:
Species:
purpurea
ID:
1334721

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Ruiz & Pav.) Trofimov

Source:
ipni

Year:
2016

Citation Micro:
Taxon 65: 991 (2016)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001347175

Common Names

  • Damburneya purpurea
  • Purple Damburneya
  • Purpurea Damburneya

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Description

Damburneya purpurea (also called Damburneya purpurea, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to the Andes of Peru, Bolivia, and Ecuador. It grows in moist and shady habitats, such as grasslands, shrublands, and forests.

Uses & Benefits

Damburneya purpurea is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Damburneya purpurea has yellow flowers with a diameter of 1-2 cm. The seeds are small, black and shiny. The seedlings have a rosette of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Damburneya purpurea can be propagated from seed or by cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining potting mix and kept moist but not wet. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer when the plant is actively growing. The cuttings should be taken from the tips of the stems and placed in a well-draining potting mix. Keep the soil moist but not wet and the cuttings should root within a few weeks.

Where to Find Damburneya purpurea

Damburneya purpurea is native to Mexico. It can be found in tropical deciduous forests and cloud forests at elevations of 1000-2000 m.

Damburneya purpurea FAQ

What is the scientific name of Damburneya purpurea?

Damburneya purpurea

What is the common name of Damburneya purpurea?

Purpurea Damburneya

Where is Damburneya purpurea found?

Damburneya purpurea is found in the tropical rainforests of Central and South America

Species in the Lauraceae family

Actinodaphne acuminata, Actinodaphne albifrons, Actinodaphne amabilis, Actinodaphne ambigua, Actinodaphne archboldiana, Actinodaphne areolata, Actinodaphne bicolor, Actinodaphne borneensis, Actinodaphne bourdillonii, Actinodaphne bourneae, Actinodaphne brassii, Actinodaphne caesia, Actinodaphne campanulata, Actinodaphne candolleana, Actinodaphne celebica, Actinodaphne cinerea, Actinodaphne concinna, Actinodaphne concolor, Actinodaphne corymbosa, Actinodaphne crassa, Actinodaphne cupularis, Actinodaphne diversifolia, Actinodaphne dolichophylla, Actinodaphne elegans, Actinodaphne ellipticibacca, Actinodaphne engleriana, Actinodaphne ferruginea, Actinodaphne forrestii, Actinodaphne fragilis, Actinodaphne fuliginosa, Actinodaphne furfuracea, Actinodaphne glabra, Actinodaphne glauca, Actinodaphne glaucina, Actinodaphne glomerata, Actinodaphne gracilis, Actinodaphne henryi, Actinodaphne hirsuta, Actinodaphne hypoleucophylla, Actinodaphne javanica, Actinodaphne johorensis, Actinodaphne kinabaluensis, Actinodaphne koshepangii, Actinodaphne kostermansii, Actinodaphne kweichowensis, Actinodaphne lanata, Actinodaphne lanceolata, Actinodaphne latifolia, Actinodaphne lawsonii, Actinodaphne lecomtei,

References

Hipólito Ruiz López (1754-1816): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ruiz' in the authors string.
José Antonio Pavón (1754-1840): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Pav.' in the authors string.
Dimitrij Trofimov: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Trofimov' in the authors string.