Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Genus:
Species:
pauciramosa
ID:
835653

Status:
valid

Authors:
(W.A.Rodrigues) S.A.Mori, Ya Y.Huang & Prance

Source:
iplants

Year:
2008

Citation Micro:
Brittonia 60: 80 (2008)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000834988

Common Names

  • Allantoma pauciramosa
  • Pauciramosa Allantoma
  • Pauciramosa's Allantoma

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Description

Allantoma pauciramosa (also called Few-Branched Allantoma, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to South America. It has a thick, succulent stem and long, narrow, pointed leaves. It grows in moist, shady habitats, such as in forests and along riverbanks.

Uses & Benefits

Allantoma pauciramosa is a popular ornamental plant, used in gardens and homes for its beautiful foliage. It is also used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory and antiseptic properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Allantoma pauciramosa has a flower with a bright yellow bract and white flowers. The seed is a black, round-shaped berry. The seedlings are small, with a single leaf and a short stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Allantoma pauciramosa is a deciduous shrub that can be propagated from softwood cuttings taken in the spring or summer. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. It can also be grown from seed, although this is not as reliable.

Where to Find Allantoma pauciramosa

Allantoma pauciramosa is native to the cloud forests of Costa Rica.

Allantoma pauciramosa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Allantoma pauciramosa?

Allantoma pauciramosa

What is the natural habitat of Allantoma pauciramosa?

Tropical rainforests of Central and South America

What are the ideal growing conditions for Allantoma pauciramosa?

High humidity, bright indirect light, and well-draining soil

Species in the Lecythidaceae family

Allantoma lineata, Allantoma pauciramosa, Allantoma uaupensis, Allantoma kuhlmannii, Allantoma pachyantha, Allantoma pluriflora, Allantoma decandra, Allantoma integrifolia, Asteranthos brasiliensis, Barringtonia acutangula, Barringtonia apiculata, Barringtonia ashtonii, Barringtonia asiatica, Barringtonia angusta, Barringtonia belagaensis, Barringtonia calyptrata, Barringtonia calyptrocalyx, Barringtonia conoidea, Barringtonia corneri, Barringtonia curranii, Barringtonia edulis, Barringtonia filirachis, Barringtonia fusiformis, Barringtonia gigantostachya, Barringtonia hallieri, Barringtonia havilandii, Barringtonia integrifolia, Barringtonia josephstaalensis, Barringtonia khaoluangensis, Barringtonia lanceolata, Barringtonia lauterbachii, Barringtonia longifolia, Barringtonia longipes, Barringtonia longisepala, Barringtonia macrocarpa, Barringtonia macrostachya, Barringtonia neocaledonica, Barringtonia niedenzuana, Barringtonia novae-hiberniae, Barringtonia palawanensis, Barringtonia papeh, Barringtonia papuana, Barringtonia pauciflora, Barringtonia payensiana, Barringtonia pendula, Barringtonia procera, Barringtonia pseudoglomerata, Barringtonia pterita, Barringtonia racemosa, Barringtonia reticulata,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-372175: Based on the initial data import
William Antônio Rodrigues (b.1928): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'W.A.Rodrigues' in the authors string.
Ghillean Prance (b.1937): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Prance' in the authors string.
Scott A. Mori (1941-2020): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'S.A.Mori' in the authors string.
Ya Yi Huang: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ya Y.Huang' in the authors string.