Description
Pavonia flavoferruginea (also called 'Yellow-flowered Pavonia', among many other common names) is a species of Pavonia, native to Central and South America. It is a small, evergreen, perennial, shrub-like plant, with stems up to 1 m tall, and bearing yellow flowers. It grows in moist, shady habitats, such as in the understory of tropical forests.
Uses & Benefits
Pavonia flavoferruginea has been used as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments such as fever, colds, and headaches. It is also used as a flavoring agent in food and drinks. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Pavonia flavoferruginea has small, white flowers that are clustered in the leaf axils. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have a single cotyledon and the first true leaves are opposite and simple.
Cultivation and Propagation
Pavonia flavoferruginea is a shrub or small tree with a spreading crown. It is best propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil mix in a warm, sunny location. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood and rooted in a moist, sandy soil mix.