Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Sapindales
Family:
Species:
cuspidata
ID:
471136

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Ridl.) Burkill

Source:
ksu

Year:
1931

Citation Micro:
Gard. Bull. Straits Settlem. 5: 213 (1931)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000470468

Common Names

  • Paramignya cuspidata
  • Cuspidate Paramignya
  • Cuspidata Paramignya

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Synonyms

  • Atalantia cuspidata Ridl. [unknown]

Description

Paramignya cuspidata (also called Pointed Paramignya, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that grows up to 5 m in height. It has leathery, green leaves and small, white flowers. It is native to Australia, and is commonly found in dry sclerophyll forests and woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Paramignya cuspidata is used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments, including fever, headaches, and digestive problems. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens due to its attractive flowers.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Paramignya cuspidata has yellow flowers with a white center. The seeds are small, dark brown and have a smooth texture. The seedlings are small and have a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Paramignya cuspidata is a terrestrial orchid native to India. It is easy to cultivate and propagate. It prefers warm temperatures and bright, indirect light. The soil should be well-draining and kept moist. It can be propagated by division or by seed.

Where to Find Paramignya cuspidata

Paramignya cuspidata can be found in India and Sri Lanka.

Paramignya cuspidata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Paramignya cuspidata?

Paramignya cuspidata

What type of plant is Paramignya cuspidata?

Tree

Where does Paramignya cuspidata grow?

Tropical and subtropical regions

Species in the Rutaceae family

Acmadenia alternifolia, Acmadenia argillophila, Acmadenia baileyensis, Acmadenia bodkinii, Acmadenia burchellii, Acmadenia candida, Acmadenia densifolia, Acmadenia faucitincta, Acmadenia flaccida, Acmadenia fruticosa, Acmadenia gracilis, Acmadenia heterophylla, Acmadenia kiwanensis, Acmadenia latifolia, Acmadenia laxa, Acmadenia macradenia, Acmadenia macropetala, Acmadenia maculata, Acmadenia matroosbergensis, Acmadenia mundiana, Acmadenia nivea, Acmadenia nivenii, Acmadenia obtusata, Acmadenia patentifolia, Acmadenia rourkeana, Acmadenia rupicola, Acmadenia sheilae, Acmadenia tenax, Acmadenia teretifolia, Acmadenia tetracarpellata, Acmadenia tetragona, Acmadenia trigona, Acmadenia tenax, Acmadenia argillophila, Acmadenia macradenia, Acmadenia teretifolia, Acmadenia wittebergensis, Acradenia euodiiformis, Acradenia frankliniae, Acronychia richards-beehleri, Acronychia aberrans, Acronychia acidula, Acronychia acronychioides, Acronychia acuminata, Acronychia arfakensis, Acronychia baeuerlenii, Acronychia brassii, Acronychia carrii, Acronychia cartilaginea, Acronychia chooreechillum,

References

Henry Nicholas Ridley (1855-1956): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ridl.' in the authors string.
Isaac Henry Burkill (1870-1965): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Burkill' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:774514-1: Based on the initial data import