Polysphaeria grandiflora - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
grandiflora
ID:
280853
Status:
valid
Authors:
Cavaco
Source:
wcs
Year:
1968
Citation Micro:
Adansonia , n.s., 8: 382 (1968)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000280185
Common Names
- Grandiflora Polysphaeria
- Grandiflora Ivy
- Grandiflora Aralia
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Polysphaeria grandiflora (also called Polysphaeria grandiflora, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Polysphaeriaceae. It is native to tropical and subtropical regions of the world, and is found in moist habitats such as wetlands, marshes, and swamps. It has a tall, upright stem and large, white flowers.
Uses & Benefits
Polysphaeria grandiflora is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used in traditional medicine for treating fever, colds, and headaches.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Polysphaeria grandiflora has small, white flowers with four petals and yellow anthers. The seeds are small, black, and ovate in shape. The seedlings are small and have a single, oval-shaped cotyledon.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Polysphaeria grandiflora can be propagated from stem cuttings. Place the cuttings in a container filled with moist soil and keep the soil moist. The cuttings should root in a few weeks. Once the roots are established, the plant can be transplanted to a larger pot or into the garden.
Where to Find Polysphaeria grandiflora
Polysphaeria grandiflora is native to tropical regions of India, Sri Lanka, and Myanmar.
Polysphaeria grandiflora FAQ
What is the scientific name of Polysphaeria grandiflora?
Polysphaeria grandiflora
What is the common name of Polysphaeria grandiflora?
Large-flowered Polysphaeria
What type of plant is Polysphaeria grandiflora?
Fungus
Species in the Polysphaeria genus
Polysphaeria acuminata, Polysphaeria aethiopica, Polysphaeria arbuscula, Polysphaeria braunii, Polysphaeria capuronii, Polysphaeria cleistocalyx, Polysphaeria dischistocalyx, Polysphaeria grandiflora, Polysphaeria grandis, Polysphaeria hirta, Polysphaeria lanceolata, Polysphaeria lepidocarpa, Polysphaeria macrantha, Polysphaeria macrophylla, Polysphaeria maxima, Polysphaeria multiflora, Polysphaeria ovata, Polysphaeria parvifolia, Polysphaeria pedunculata, Polysphaeria subnudifaux, Polysphaeria tubulosa, Polysphaeria ntemii, Polysphaeria harrisii, Polysphaeria ribauensis,
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-162619: Based on the initial data import
Alberto Judice Leote Cavaco (1915-2001): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Cavaco' in the authors string.