Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
hirsuta
ID:
263089

Status:
valid

Authors:
Spruce ex Benth.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1857

Citation Micro:
J. Proc. Linn. Soc., Bot. 1: 111 (1857)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000262421

Common Names

  • Hirsuta Pagamea
  • Hirsuta Betel Nut
  • Hirsuta Betelnut

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Description

Pagamea hirsuta (also called Hirsuta 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 hirsuta 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

Pagamea hirsuta has small yellow flowers with five petals. Its seeds are small and black. Its seedlings are small and have a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pagamea hirsuta 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 hirsuta

Pagamea hirsuta can be found in the tropical rainforests of Central and South America.

Pagamea hirsuta FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pagamea hirsuta?

Pagamea hirsuta

What is the family of Pagamea hirsuta?

Arecaceae

What is the common name of Pagamea hirsuta?

Palm

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-145574: Based on the initial data import
George Bentham (1800-1884): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Benth.' in the authors string.
Richard Spruce (1817-1893): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Spruce' in the authors string.