Pagamea duidana - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Standl. & Steyerm.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1953
Citation Micro:
Fieldiana, Bot. 28: 586 (1953)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000262413
Common Names
- Duidana Pagamea
- Duidana Betel Nut
- Duidana Betelnut
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Pagamea duidana (also called Duidana Pagamea, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Rubiaceae family. It is a shrub or small tree, growing up to 5 m tall. It is native to tropical and subtropical regions of India, China, and Southeast Asia. It is found in moist forests, thickets, and along streams.
Uses & Benefits
Pagamea duidana has non-medical uses such as being used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge plant. It is also used in traditional Chinese medicine for treating fever, headache, and abdominal pain.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Pagamea duidana is small and yellow, with six petals. The seed is a small, black, oval seed. The seedling is a small, green, oval-shaped plant.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Pagamea duidana is a tropical evergreen shrub native to Colombia. It can be propagated by stem cuttings. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature stems and planted in moist, well-draining soil. Keep the soil moist and provide bright, indirect light. The cuttings should root within a few weeks.
Where to Find Pagamea duidana
Pagamea duidana is native to Southeast Asia and can be found in tropical forests and cultivated areas.
Pagamea duidana FAQ
What is the scientific name of Pagamea duidana?
Pagamea duidana
What is the family of Pagamea duidana?
Arecaceae
What is the common name of Pagamea duidana?
Palm
Species in the Pagamea genus
Pagamea acrensis, Pagamea anisophylla, Pagamea aracaensis, Pagamea capitata, Pagamea coriacea, Pagamea diceras, Pagamea duckei, Pagamea dudleyi, Pagamea duidana, Pagamea guianensis, Pagamea harleyi, Pagamea hirsuta, Pagamea jauaensis, Pagamea macrophylla, Pagamea magniflora, Pagamea montana, Pagamea pauciflora, Pagamea pilosa, Pagamea plicata, Pagamea plicatiformis, Pagamea puberula, Pagamea sessiliflora, Pagamea standleyana, Pagamea thyrsiflora, Pagamea velutina, Pagamea spruceana,
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-145565: Based on the initial data import
Paul Carpenter Standley (1884-1963): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Standl.' in the authors string.
Julian Alfred Steyermark (1909-1988): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Steyerm.' in the authors string.