Description
Faramea phaneroneura (also called 'Visible-nerve Faramea', among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree, usually reaching a height of 2-4 m. It is native to the Caribbean and Central and South America, and is found in wet forests, often near rivers. Its leaves are simple, opposite, and obovate-lanceolate in shape, and its flowers are small and white.
Uses & Benefits
Faramea phaneroneura is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used for medicinal purposes, such as treating fever, stomachache, and skin diseases.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Faramea phaneroneura is a small, white, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, green, oval-shaped seedlings with a white center.
Cultivation and Propagation
Faramea phaneroneura can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a well-drained soil mix. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and rooted in a well-drained soil mix. Both methods should be kept moist and in a warm, sunny location.
Where to Find Faramea phaneroneura
Faramea phaneroneura can be found in Central and South America, mainly in Colombia, Costa Rica, Ecuador, and Panama.