Status:
valid
Authors:
(Willd.) K.Schum.
Source:
iplants
Year:
1895
Citation Micro:
Nat. Pflanzenfam. 4(3b): 244 (1895)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000779410
Common Names
- Pajanelia Longifolia
- Long-Leaved Pajanelia
- Pajanelia
Description
Pajanelia longifolia (also called Longifolia, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Bignoniaceae. It is a woody climber, typically growing to a height of 8–10 m. It is native to Australia, and is found in habitats such as moist lowland forests and montane forests.
Uses & Benefits
Pajanelia longifolia is a popular ornamental plant, often grown in gardens for its attractive foliage and flowers. It is also used as a hedge or screen plant, and can be used to attract birds and butterflies to the garden.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Pajanelia longifolia are white or pink and have a bell-shaped corolla. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have a single pair of oval-shaped leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Pajanelia longifolia is a fast-growing, evergreen, woody climber that can be propagated from stem cuttings. The cuttings should be taken from the current season’s growth and planted in a well-draining potting mix. The cuttings should be kept moist and in a warm, bright location until they have rooted. Once the cuttings have rooted, they can be transplanted into larger pots or into the ground.
Where to Find Pajanelia longifolia
Pajanelia longifolia is native to tropical Africa and can be found in moist forests and along stream banks.
Pajanelia longifolia FAQ
What is the scientific name of Pajanelia longifolia?
Pajanelia longifolia
What is the common name of Pajanelia longifolia?
Long-leaved Pajanelia
What is the natural habitat of Pajanelia longifolia?
Rainforest margins in eastern Australia
Species in the Pajanelia genus
Species in the Bignoniaceae family
Adenocalymma neoflavidum,
Adenocalymma pseudopatulum,
Adenocalymma acutissimum,
Adenocalymma apparicianum,
Adenocalymma apurense,
Adenocalymma arthropetiolatum,
Adenocalymma bracteatum,
Adenocalymma bracteolatum,
Adenocalymma bullatum,
Adenocalymma calderonii,
Adenocalymma chocoense,
Adenocalymma coriaceum,
Adenocalymma cymbalum,
Adenocalymma dichilum,
Adenocalymma divaricatum,
Adenocalymma dugandii,
Adenocalymma dusenii,
Adenocalymma flavum,
Adenocalymma fruticosum,
Adenocalymma gracielzae,
Adenocalymma hatschbachii,
Adenocalymma heterophyllum,
Adenocalymma hirtum,
Adenocalymma hypostictum,
Adenocalymma impressum,
Adenocalymma inundatum,
Adenocalymma macrophyllum,
Adenocalymma magdalenense,
Adenocalymma magnificum,
Adenocalymma marginatum,
Adenocalymma nervosum,
Adenocalymma paulistarum,
Adenocalymma prancei,
Adenocalymma salmoneum,
Adenocalymma saulense,
Adenocalymma scabriusculum,
Adenocalymma scansile,
Adenocalymma sousae,
Adenocalymma subincanum,
Adenocalymma subsessilifolium,
Adenocalymma subspicatum,
Adenocalymma tephrinocalyx,
Adenocalymma ternatum,
Adenocalymma trifoliatum,
Adenocalymma ubatubense,
Adenocalymma uleanum,
Adenocalymma cladotrichum,
Adenocalymma reticulatum,
Adenocalymma velutinum,
Adenocalymma adenophorum,
References
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:110192-1: Govaerts R (ed.). 2023. WCVP: World Checklist of Vascular Plants [Version 11]. Facilitated by the Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew. [WWW document] URL http://sftp.kew.org/pub/data-repositories/WCVP/ [accessed 20 April 2023].