Peponidium alleizettei - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
alleizettei
ID:
838444
Status:
valid
Authors:
(Dubard & Dop) Razafim., Lantz & B.Bremer
Source:
wcs
Year:
2007
Citation Micro:
Novon 17: 517 (2007)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000837779
Common Names
- Peponidium Alleizettei
- Alleizettei Peponidium
- Alleizettei's Peponidium
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Peponidium alleizettei (also called Alleizettei peponidium, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Arecaceae family. It is native to Madagascar and is found in humid forests. It is a small palm with a single stem, reaching a height of 2–3 m. The leaves are pinnate, with leaflets arranged in a single plane.
Uses & Benefits
Peponidium alleizettei is a plant that is used in traditional medicine to treat fever, malaria, and diarrhea. It is also used as an ornamental plant for its attractive foliage.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Peponidium alleizettei is a small, white, bell-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, yellow-green in color, and have a single pair of leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Peponidium alleizettei is a tropical plant that is native to Central and South America. It is an evergreen perennial that grows to a height of 1-2 feet and has a spreading habit. It prefers partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is done by division or stem cuttings in spring or summer.
Where to Find Peponidium alleizettei
Peponidium alleizettei is native to the tropical rainforests of Central and South America.
Peponidium alleizettei FAQ
What is the optimal light level for Peponidium alleizettei?
Peponidium alleizettei prefers bright, indirect light.
What type of soil should be used for Peponidium alleizettei?
Peponidium alleizettei prefers a well-draining, peat-based soil.
How often should Peponidium alleizettei be watered?
Peponidium alleizettei should be watered when the top inch of soil is dry.
Species in the Peponidium genus
Peponidium calcaratum, Peponidium capuronii, Peponidium cuspidatum, Peponidium flavum, Peponidium homolleae, Peponidium horridum, Peponidium humbertii, Peponidium ihosyense, Peponidium lanceolatifolium, Peponidium madagascariense, Peponidium occidentale, Peponidium orientale, Peponidium pallens, Peponidium pallidum, Peponidium parvifolium, Peponidium perrieri, Peponidium pervilleanoides, Peponidium pervilleanum, Peponidium tsaratananense, Peponidium velutinum, Peponidium crassifolium, Peponidium marojejyense, Peponidium latiflorum, Peponidium humbertianum, Peponidium decaryi, Peponidium sakalavense, Peponidium sahafaryense, Peponidium buxifolium, Peponidium bosseri, Peponidium boinense, Peponidium blepharodon, Peponidium arenesianum, Peponidium anoveanum, Peponidium cystiporon, Peponidium ankaranense, Peponidium viguieri, Peponidium venulosum, Peponidium tamatavense, Peponidium subevenium, Peponidium alleizettei, Peponidium ovato-oblongum, Peponidium densiflorum, Peponidium micranthum, Peponidium boivinianum, Peponidium homolleanum, Peponidium bakerianum, Peponidium carinatum, Peponidium celastroides,
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-375073: Based on the initial data import
Marcel Dubard (1873-1914): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Dubard' in the authors string.
Paul Dop (1876-1954): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Dop' in the authors string.
Birgitta Bremer (b.1950): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'B.Bremer' in the authors string.
Henrik Lantz: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lantz' in the authors string.
Sylvain G. Razafimandimbison: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Razafim.' in the authors string.