Solenandra pulverulenta - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
pulverulenta
ID:
337102
Status:
valid
Authors:
(Borhidi) Borhidi
Source:
wcs
Year:
2002
Citation Micro:
Acta Bot. Hung. 44: 230 (2002)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000336434
Common Names
- Solenandra pulverulenta
- Pulverulenta
- Solenandra
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesSynonyms
- Exostema pulverulentum Borhidi [valid]
Description
Solenandra pulverulenta (also called Powdery Solenandra, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Rubiaceae family. It is native to Mexico, Central America, and South America. It is found in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests.
Uses & Benefits
Solenandra pulverulenta is used for its medicinal properties and is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Solenandra pulverulenta are white and have five petals. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with two leaves.
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Solenandra pulverulenta is an evergreen shrub that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It prefers well-drained soil and full sun to partial shade. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate light frost. Prune to shape after flowering.
Where to Find Solenandra pulverulenta
Solenandra pulverulenta can be found in the tropical rainforests of Central and South America.
Solenandra pulverulenta FAQ
What is the scientific name of Solenandra pulverulenta?
Solenandra pulverulenta
What is the common name of Solenandra pulverulenta?
Pulverulent Solenandra
What is the natural habitat of Solenandra pulverulenta?
Tropical forests and woodlands
Species in the Solenandra genus
Solenandra ixoroides, Solenandra cordata, Solenandra curbeloi, Solenandra mexicana, Solenandra microcarpa, Solenandra myrtifolia, Solenandra parviflora, Solenandra pervestita, Solenandra pulverulenta, Solenandra selleana, Solenandra velutina, Solenandra brachycarpa, Solenandra lineata, Solenandra longiflora, Solenandra rotundata, Solenandra triflora, Solenandra angustifolia, Solenandra polyphylla, Solenandra sanctae-luciae, Solenandra stenophylla, Solenandra elliptica,
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
Attila Borhidi (b.1932): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Borhidi' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:20010099-1: Based on the initial data import