Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malvales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
secreta
ID:
750688

Status:
valid

Authors:
Grings & Krapov.

Source:
ksu

Year:
2011

Citation Micro:
Syst. Bot. 36: 419 (2011)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000750021

Common Names

  • Pavonia Secreta
  • Secret Pavonia
  • Hidden Waxflower

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Description

Pavonia secreta (also called secret pavonia, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to South America. It grows in moist, shady habitats, and has long, narrow leaves and white flowers with secret petals.

Uses & Benefits

Pavonia secreta is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used for its medicinal properties, such as treating fever, headaches, and gastrointestinal issues.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Pavonia secreta is a white to pink star-shaped flower with five petals. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pavonia secreta is a perennial, evergreen shrub that is native to South America. It can reach up to 1.5 m in height. It can be propagated by cuttings or division. It prefers a well-drained soil and should be grown in full sun. It should be watered regularly but not allowed to dry out completely. It should be fertilized every few weeks during the growing season.

Where to Find Pavonia secreta

Pavonia secreta can be found in tropical regions of South America, including Brazil, Paraguay, and Argentina.

Pavonia secreta FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pavonia secreta?

Pavonia secreta

What is the common name of Pavonia secreta?

Secret Pavonia

What is the natural habitat of Pavonia secreta?

It is native to Brazil, growing in sandy soils in scrub and open grassland.

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,

References

Antonio Krapovickas (1921-2015): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Krapov.' in the authors string.
Martin Grings: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Grings' in the authors string.