Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Species:
peruviana
ID:
1250326

Status:
valid

Authors:
W.R.Anderson

Source:
tro

Year:
1993

Citation Micro:
Contr. Univ. Michigan Herb. 19: 376 (1993)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001249664

Common Names

  • Lophopterys peruviana
  • Peruviana Lophopterys
  • Lophopterys Peruviana

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Description

Lophopterys peruviana (also called Lophopterys peruviana, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree native to the Caribbean, Central and South America. It is found in tropical and subtropical forests, as well as in disturbed areas. It has leathery, glossy, dark green leaves and small yellow flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Lophopterys peruviana 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

Lophopterys peruviana has small, white flowers with five petals. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have two cotyledons and a short, thin stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Lophopterys peruviana is a fast-growing shrub that can reach heights of up to 10 feet. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is best done from cuttings taken in the spring or summer. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, non-flowering stems and placed in a moist, well-draining potting mix. Keep the cuttings in a warm, bright location and water regularly. Rooting should occur in 4-6 weeks.

Where to Find Lophopterys peruviana

Lophopterys peruviana is native to Central and South America. It can be found in tropical and subtropical forests, and is often found in disturbed areas.

Lophopterys peruviana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Lophopterys peruviana?

Lophopterys peruviana

What are the common names of Lophopterys peruviana?

Peruvian Bird of Paradise, Red Bird of Paradise

What are the uses of Lophopterys peruviana?

It is used as an ornamental plant, for medicinal purposes, and as a source of food.

Species in the Malpighiaceae family

Acmanthera cowanii, Acmanthera duckei, Acmanthera fernandesii, Acmanthera latifolia, Acmanthera longifolia, Acmanthera minima, Acmanthera parviflora, Acridocarpus adenophorus, Acridocarpus alopecurus, Acridocarpus alternifolius, Acridocarpus austrocaledonicus, Acridocarpus ballyi, Acridocarpus camerunensis, Acridocarpus chevalieri, Acridocarpus chloropterus, Acridocarpus congestus, Acridocarpus congolensis, Acridocarpus excelsus, Acridocarpus glaucescens, Acridocarpus hirundo, Acridocarpus humbertii, Acridocarpus humblotii, Acridocarpus katangensis, Acridocarpus ledermannii, Acridocarpus longifolius, Acridocarpus macrocalyx, Acridocarpus mayumbensis, Acridocarpus monodii, Acridocarpus natalitius, Acridocarpus oppositifolius, Acridocarpus orientalis, Acridocarpus pauciglandulosus, Acridocarpus perrieri, Acridocarpus plagiopterus, Acridocarpus prasinus, Acridocarpus scheffleri, Acridocarpus smeathmannii, Acridocarpus socotranus, Acridocarpus spectabilis, Acridocarpus staudtii, Acridocarpus ugandensis, Acridocarpus vanderystii, Acridocarpus vivy, Acridocarpus zanzibaricus, Adelphia hiraea, Adelphia macrophylla, Adelphia mirabilis, Adelphia platyrachis, Aenigmatanthera doniana, Aenigmatanthera lasiandra,

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