Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malvales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
longipedunculata
ID:
1250229

Status:
valid

Authors:
Gürke

Source:
tro

Year:
1891

Citation Micro:
Fl. Bras. 12(3): 425 (1891)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001249567

Common Names

  • Pavonia longipedunculata
  • Long-Stalked Pavonia
  • Pavonia Longipedunculata

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Description

Pavonia longipedunculata (also called Pavonia, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Malvaceae. It is an evergreen, perennial herb, growing up to 0.5 m tall. It is native to tropical South America, occurring in Brazil, Colombia, Ecuador, Peru, and Venezuela. It is found in tropical moist lowland forests.

Uses & Benefits

Pavonia longipedunculata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge plant. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Pavonia longipedunculata is a small, yellow, bell-shaped flower. The seed is a small, black, triangular-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, dark green, oval-shaped seedlings.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pavonia longipedunculata is a fast-growing shrub that can reach heights of up to 8 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 Pavonia longipedunculata

Pavonia longipedunculata is native to Brazil and can be found in dry forests and scrublands.

Pavonia longipedunculata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pavonia longipedunculata?

Pavonia longipedunculata

What are the common names of Pavonia longipedunculata?

Long-peduncled Pavonia

What are the uses of Pavonia longipedunculata?

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

Species in the Pavonia genus

Pavonia castaneifolia, Pavonia rotundifolia, Pavonia sepioides, Pavonia sepium, Pavonia serrata, Pavonia sidifolia, Pavonia somalensis, Pavonia schiedeana, Pavonia schimperiana, Pavonia senegalensis, Pavonia schweinfurthii, Pavonia semiserrata, Pavonia papilionacea, Pavonia paucibracteata, Pavonia penduliflora, Pavonia paniculata, Pavonia paludicola, Pavonia peruviana, Pavonia propinqua, Pavonia purpusii, Pavonia pleuranthera, Pavonia pirottae, Pavonia procumbens, Pavonia zeylanica, Pavonia stolzii, Pavonia triloba, Pavonia steudneri, Pavonia urens, Pavonia fonsecana, Pavonia falconensis, Pavonia firmiflora, Pavonia friisii, Pavonia dasypetala, Pavonia fruticosa, Pavonia gossweileri, Pavonia geminiflora, Pavonia fryxelliana, Pavonia fryxellii, Pavonia gallaensis, Pavonia brevibracteolata, Pavonia burchellii, Pavonia calycina, Pavonia cancellata, Pavonia candida, Pavonia baumliana, Pavonia blepharicarpa, Pavonia cristata, Pavonia cochensis, Pavonia columella, Pavonia malacophylla,

Species in the Malvaceae family

Abelmoschus angulosus, Abelmoschus caillei, Abelmoschus crinitus, Abelmoschus esculentus, Abelmoschus ficulneus, Abelmoschus hostilis, Abelmoschus magnificus, Abelmoschus manihot, Abelmoschus moschatus, Abelmoschus muliensis, Abelmoschus sagittifolius, Abelmoschus enbeepeegearensis, Abroma augustum, Abutilon abutiloides, Abutilon affine, Abutilon alii, Abutilon amplum, Abutilon andrewsianum, Abutilon andrieuxii, Abutilon anglosomaliae, Abutilon angulatum, Abutilon anodoides, Abutilon appendiculatum, Abutilon arenarium, Abutilon arequipense, Abutilon auritum, Abutilon austroafricanum, Abutilon badium, Abutilon balansae, Abutilon bastardioides, Abutilon benedictum, Abutilon berlandieri, Abutilon bidentatum, Abutilon bracteosum, Abutilon buchii, Abutilon burandtii, Abutilon bussei, Abutilon californicum, Abutilon calliphyllum, Abutilon carinatum, Abutilon coahuilae, Abutilon commutatum, Abutilon cryptopetalum, Abutilon cuspidatum, Abutilon densiflorum, Abutilon dinteri, Abutilon dispermum, Abutilon divaricatum, Abutilon dugesii, Abutilon durandoi,