Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
peruviana
ID:
332261

Status:
valid

Authors:
C.Schweinf.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1952

Citation Micro:
Bot. Mus. Leafl. 15: 150 (1952)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000331593

Common Names

  • Vargasiella peruviana
  • Peruviana Vargasiella
  • Peruvian Vargasiella

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Description

Vargasiella peruviana (also called Peruvian Vargasiella, among many other common names) is a species of plant native to South America. It is a shrub with multiple stems and small, oval-shaped leaves. It grows in dry forests and savannas.

Uses & Benefits

Vargasiella peruviana has been used in traditional medicine to treat digestive problems, fever, and headaches. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Vargasiella peruviana is a small, white, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single, narrow leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Vargasiella peruviana can be propagated by seed or stem cuttings. The seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Stem cuttings should be taken from healthy plants and rooted in a moist soil mix. Both methods should be done in a warm, humid environment.

Where to Find Vargasiella peruviana

Vargasiella peruviana is native to Peru.

Vargasiella peruviana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Vargasiella peruviana?

Vargasiella peruviana

What is the natural habitat of Vargasiella peruviana?

Tropical forests of South America

What is the common name of Vargasiella peruviana?

Vargasiella

Species in the Vargasiella genus

Species in the Orchidaceae family

Aa fiebrigii, Aa hartwegii, Aa hieronymi, Aa leucantha, Aa lorentzii, Aa macra, Aa achalensis, Aa maderoi, Aa mandonii, Aa matthewsii, Aa microtidis, Aa paleacea, Aa argyrolepis, Aa riobambae, Aa rosei, Aa schickendanzii, Aa sphaeroglossa, Aa trilobulata, Aa weddelliana, Aa aurantiaca, Aa calceata, Aa colombiana, Aa denticulata, Aa erosa, Aa figueroi, Aa lozanoi, Aa lehmannii, Acampe carinata, Acampe cephalotes, Acampe ochracea, Acampe pachyglossa, Acampe praemorsa, Acampe joiceyana, Acampe hulae, Acanthophippium bicolor, Acanthophippium chrysoglossum, Acanthophippium curtisii, Acanthophippium eburneum, Acanthophippium gougahense, Acanthophippium javanicum, Acanthophippium lilacinum, Acanthophippium mantinianum, Acanthophippium parviflorum, Acanthophippium pictum, Acanthophippium splendidum, Acanthophippium striatum, Acanthophippium sylhetense, Acanthophippium curtisii, Achlydosa glandulosa, Acianthera aculeata,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-212012: Based on the initial data import
Charles Schweinfurth (1890-1970): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.Schweinf.' in the authors string.