Posoqueria palustris - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
palustris
ID:
281868
Status:
valid
Authors:
Mart.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1841
Citation Micro:
Flora 24(2): 78 (1841)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000281200
Common Names
- Marsh Posoqueria
- Palustris Posoqueria
- Marsh Posoqeria
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Posoqueria palustris (also called 'Marsh Limpograss', among many other common names) is a perennial grass native to Central and South America. It has a tufted growth habit and grows up to 1.2 m tall. It prefers moist soils in open, sunny areas and is often found in wet savannas, grasslands, and along riverbanks.
Uses & Benefits
Posoqueria palustris has been used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Posoqueria palustris has white, star-shaped flowers with yellow anthers. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and delicate.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Posoqueria palustris is a fast-growing, evergreen shrub that can reach up to 8 feet in height. It prefers full sun to partial shade and moist, well-drained soils. Propagation is done by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or summer in a warm, sunny location. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and rooted in a warm, humid location.
Where to Find Posoqueria palustris
Posoqueria palustris is native to Colombia and can be found in the Valle del Cauca Department.
Posoqueria palustris FAQ
What is the scientific name of Posoqueria palustris?
Posoqueria palustris
What is the natural habitat of Posoqueria palustris?
Tropical rainforests of Central and South America
What are the common names of Posoqueria palustris?
Marsh Posoqueria, Marsh Poso
Species in the Posoqueria genus
Posoqueria acutifolia, Posoqueria calantha, Posoqueria coriacea, Posoqueria fragrantissima, Posoqueria grandiflora, Posoqueria latifolia, Posoqueria laurifolia, Posoqueria longiflora, Posoqueria palustris, Posoqueria platysiphonia, Posoqueria tarairensis, Posoqueria trinitatis, Posoqueria velutina, Posoqueria williamsii, Posoqueria bahiensis, Posoqueria chocoana, Posoqueria correana, Posoqueria costaricensis, Posoqueria grandifructa, Posoqueria longifilamentosa, Posoqueria robusta, Posoqueria laevis,
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-163602: Based on the initial data import
Carl Friedrich Philipp von Martius (1794-1868): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Mart.' in the authors string.