Pagamea velutina - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Steyerm.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1965
Citation Micro:
Mem. New York Bot. Gard. 12(3): 275 (1965)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000262441
Common Names
- Pagamea velutina
- Velutina Pagamea
- Pagamea
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Pagamea velutina (also called Velvet Pagamea, among many other common names) is a shrub native to Central America. It has long, thin leaves and produces small, yellow flowers. It is typically found in tropical rainforests and other areas with moist, shady conditions.
Uses & Benefits
Pagamea velutina 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 velutina 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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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Pagamea velutina 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 velutina prefers full sun to partial shade and moist, well-drained soil.
Where to Find Pagamea velutina
Pagamea velutina can be found in the tropical rainforests of Central and South America.
Pagamea velutina FAQ
What is the scientific name of Pagamea velutina?
Pagamea velutina
What is the common name of Pagamea velutina?
Velutina Climbing Fern
What is the natural habitat of Pagamea velutina?
It is found in tropical and subtropical forests, often in shady and moist places
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-145593: Based on the initial data import
Julian Alfred Steyermark (1909-1988): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Steyerm.' in the authors string.