Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
pilosa
ID:
263096

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Standl.) Steyerm.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1965

Citation Micro:
Mem. New York Bot. Gard. 12(3): 276 (1965)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000262428

Common Names

  • Pagamea pilosa
  • Pilosa Pagamea
  • Pagamea

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Synonyms

  • Pagamea guianensis pilosa Standl. [valid]

Description

Pagamea pilosa (also called Pilosa 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 pilosa is used as a traditional medicine to treat fever, headache, and toothache. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Pagamea pilosa 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 pilosa is a fast-growing, evergreen, perennial shrub that can be propagated by seed or by cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained potting mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from the current season's growth and rooted in a well-drained potting mix. Pagamea pilosa prefers full sun to partial shade and moist, well-drained soil.

Where to Find Pagamea pilosa

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

Pagamea pilosa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pagamea pilosa?

Pagamea pilosa

What is the family of Pagamea pilosa?

Arecaceae

What is the common name of Pagamea pilosa?

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-145580: 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.