Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Species:
ziamaeana
ID:
265732

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Jacq.-Fél.) Hepper

Source:
wcs

Year:
1959

Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 13: 405 (1958 publ. 1959)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000265064

Common Names

  • Pauridiantha ziamaeana
  • Ziama's Pauridiantha
  • Ziama's Wild Petunia

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Synonyms

  • Stelechantha ziamaeana (Jacq.-Fél.) N.Hallé [valid]
  • Urophyllum ziamaeanum Jacq.-Fél. [valid]

Description

Pauridiantha ziamaeana (also called Ziama's pauridiantha, among many other common names) is a small shrub native to Madagascar. It has small, white flowers and grows in moist, shady places.

Uses & Benefits

Pauridiantha ziamaeana is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Pauridiantha ziamaeana is white and tubular, with five lobes. The seed is small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pauridiantha ziamaeana is a perennial herbaceous plant that is native to tropical Africa. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers moist, well-drained soils in full sun or partial shade. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures as low as 10°C (50°F). It can be grown in containers or in the ground.

Where to Find Pauridiantha ziamaeana

Pauridiantha ziamaeana can be found in the tropical rainforests of Central and South America.

Pauridiantha ziamaeana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pauridiantha ziamaeana?

Pauridiantha ziamaeana

What is the common name of Pauridiantha ziamaeana?

Ziamaean pauridiantha

What is the natural habitat of Pauridiantha ziamaeana?

Tropical and subtropical forests of India

Species in the Pauridiantha genus

Pauridiantha afzelii, Pauridiantha bequaertii, Pauridiantha bridelioides, Pauridiantha callicarpoides, Pauridiantha canthiiflora, Pauridiantha dewevrei, Pauridiantha divaricata, Pauridiantha efferata, Pauridiantha floribunda, Pauridiantha hirtella, Pauridiantha insularis, Pauridiantha mayumbensis, Pauridiantha micrantha, Pauridiantha multiflora, Pauridiantha paucinervis, Pauridiantha pierlotii, Pauridiantha pyramidata, Pauridiantha rubens, Pauridiantha schnellii, Pauridiantha siderophila, Pauridiantha stipulosa, Pauridiantha sylvicola, Pauridiantha symplocoides, Pauridiantha verticillata, Pauridiantha viridiflora, Pauridiantha ziamaeana, Pauridiantha coalescens, Pauridiantha letestuana, Pauridiantha liebrechtsiana, Pauridiantha pleiantha, Pauridiantha smetsiana, Pauridiantha udzungwaensis, Pauridiantha hirsuta, Pauridiantha kahuziensis, Pauridiantha liberiensis, Pauridiantha muhakiensis, Pauridiantha talbotii, Pauridiantha uniflora, Pauridiantha triflora, Pauridiantha longistipula, Pauridiantha barbata, Pauridiantha crystallina, Pauridiantha setiflora, Pauridiantha schumannii, Pauridiantha arcuata, Pauridiantha cauliflora, Pauridiantha makakana, Pauridiantha chlorantha, Pauridiantha gracilipes, Pauridiantha principensis,

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-148163: Based on the initial data import
Henri Jacques-Félix (1907-2008): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Jacq.-Fél.' in the authors string.
Frank Nigel Hepper (1929-2013): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hepper' in the authors string.