Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
paratiensis
ID:
336818

Status:
valid

Authors:
M.Gomes

Source:
wcs

Year:
2003

Citation Micro:
Acta Bot. Brasil. 17: 444 (2003)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000336150

Common Names

  • Faramea paratiensis
  • Paraty Faramea
  • Paraty Star

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Description

Faramea paratiensis (also called Parati Faramea, among many other common names) is a small, evergreen shrub native to Central America. It grows up to 2 m tall and has glossy, dark green leaves. It is found in dry, open forests and prefers moist, well-drained soils.

Uses & Benefits

Faramea paratiensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a cut flower due to its attractive foliage and flowers. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating various ailments such as fever, headache, and stomachache.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Faramea paratiensis has small, white flowers with yellow anthers. Its seeds are small, round and black. The seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Faramea paratiensis is a tropical shrub that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and full sun. It can be grown in containers or in the ground. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost.

Where to Find Faramea paratiensis

Faramea paratiensis can be found in the tropical forests of Central and South America.

Faramea paratiensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Faramea paratiensis?

Faramea paratiensis

What is the family of Faramea paratiensis?

Rubiaceae

What is the common name of Faramea paratiensis?

Parati Faramea

Species in the Faramea genus

Faramea accumulans, Faramea areolata, Faramea guaramacalensis, Faramea hymenocalyx, Faramea longistipula, Faramea paratiensis, Faramea picinguabae, Faramea zamorensis, Faramea chiapensis, Faramea oaxacensis, Faramea pedunculata, Faramea schunkeana, Faramea melicoccoides, Faramea frondosa, Faramea colombiana, Faramea nocturna, Faramea biflora, Faramea condorica, Faramea bicolor, Faramea atlantica, Faramea ortiziana, Faramea robusta, Faramea acuminatissima, Faramea affinis, Faramea ampla, Faramea amplifolia, Faramea angusta, Faramea anisocalyx, Faramea anisodonta, Faramea apodantha, Faramea aristata, Faramea australis, Faramea axillaris, Faramea axilliflora, Faramea bahiensis, Faramea bangii, Faramea belizensis, Faramea berryi, Faramea blanchetiana, Faramea blechoides, Faramea boomii, Faramea brachyloba, Faramea brachysiphon, Faramea bracteata, Faramea brevipes, Faramea calimana, Faramea calophylla, Faramea calyciflora, Faramea calyptrata, Faramea campanella,

Species in the Rubiaceae family

Acranthera abbreviata, Acranthera anamallica, Acranthera athroophlebia, Acranthera atropella, Acranthera aurantiaca, Acranthera axilliflora, Acranthera bullata, Acranthera capitata, Acranthera ceylanica, Acranthera didymocarpa, Acranthera endertii, Acranthera frutescens, Acranthera grandiflora, Acranthera hallieri, Acranthera hirtostipula, Acranthera involucrata, Acranthera johannis-winkleri, Acranthera lanceolata, Acranthera longipes, Acranthera longipetiolata, Acranthera maculata, Acranthera megaphylla, Acranthera monantha, Acranthera nieuwenhuisii, Acranthera ophiorhizoides, Acranthera parviflora, Acranthera philippensis, Acranthera ruttenii, Acranthera salmonea, Acranthera siamensis, Acranthera siliquosa, Acranthera simalurensis, Acranthera sinensis, Acranthera strigosa, Acranthera tomentosa, Acranthera variegata, Acranthera velutinervia, Acranthera yatesii, Acranthera philippinensis, Acranthera burmanica, Acranthera virescens, Acranthera hoangii, Acranthera collina, Acrobotrys discolor, Acrosynanthus jamaicensis, Acrosynanthus latifolius, Acrosynanthus minor, Acrosynanthus ovatus, Acrosynanthus parvifolius, Acrosynanthus revolutus,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-216518: Based on the initial data import
Mario Gomes: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'M.Gomes' in the authors string.