Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Species:
williamsii
ID:
281883

Status:
valid

Authors:
Steyerm.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1967

Citation Micro:
Mem. New York Bot. Gard. 17(1): 331 (1967)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000281215

Common Names

  • Posoqueria williamsii
  • Williams' Posoqueria
  • Williams' Velvet-leaf Posoqueria

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Description

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

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Posoqueria williamsii has small, yellow flowers with five petals. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Posoqueria williamsii 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 williamsii

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

Posoqueria williamsii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Posoqueria williamsii?

Posoqueria williamsii

What is the natural habitat of Posoqueria williamsii?

Tropical rainforests of Central and South America

What are the common names of Posoqueria williamsii?

Williams' Posoqueria, Williams' 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,

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