Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Species:
tarairensis
ID:
281878

Status:
valid

Authors:
C.M.Taylor & Cortés-Ballén

Source:
wcs

Year:
1999

Citation Micro:
Novon 9: 428 (1999)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000281210

Common Names

  • Posoqueria tarairensis
  • Taraire Posoqueria
  • Tarairensis Posoqueria

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Description

Posoqueria tarairensis (also called 'Taraire 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 tarairensis has been used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Posoqueria tarairensis 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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Cultivation and Propagation

Posoqueria tarairensis can be propagated through seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a moist, well-drained soil mix and kept in a warm, humid environment. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and planted in a moist, well-drained soil mix. Both methods require plenty of light and regular watering.

Where to Find Posoqueria tarairensis

Posoqueria tarairensis is native to Colombia and can be found in the Valle del Cauca Department.

Posoqueria tarairensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Posoqueria tarairensis?

Posoqueria tarairensis

What is the natural habitat of Posoqueria tarairensis?

Tropical rainforests of Central and South America

What are the common names of Posoqueria tarairensis?

Tarairensis Posoqueria, Tarairensis Poso

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-163611: Based on the initial data import
Charlotte M. Taylor (b.1955): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.M.Taylor' in the authors string.