Weberbauera peruviana - Uses, Benefits & Care
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Brassicales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
peruviana
ID:
1274572
Status:
valid
Authors:
(DC.) Al-Shehbaz
Source:
tro
Year:
2004
Citation Micro:
Novon 14: 264 (2004)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001273910
Common Names
- Peruviana Weberbauera
- Weberbauera peruviana
- Weberbauera
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Weberbauera peruviana (also called Peruvian Weberbauera, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Rubiaceae family. It is native to the tropical and subtropical regions of the Americas, from Mexico to Argentina. It is found in moist, shady habitats, such as rainforests, cloud forests, and montane forests.
Uses & Benefits
Weberbauera peruviana is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating fever, inflammation, and skin diseases.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Weberbauera peruviana has white flowers with yellow centers and small, black seeds. The seedlings are small and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Weberbauera peruviana is a shrub or small tree that is native to the Andes mountains in Peru. It is a slow-growing plant that can reach up to 10 feet in height. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is done by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a warm, sunny location. Cuttings should be taken in the spring or summer and rooted in a warm, humid environment.
Where to Find Weberbauera peruviana
Weberbauera peruviana can be found in the tropical forests of Peru.
Weberbauera peruviana FAQ
What is the scientific name of Weberbauera peruviana?
Weberbauera peruviana
What is the common name of Weberbauera peruviana?
Peruvian Weberbauera
Where is Weberbauera peruviana native to?
South America
Species in the Weberbauera genus
Weberbauera stenophylla, Weberbauera chillanensis, Weberbauera colchaguensis, Weberbauera arequipa, Weberbauera mendocina, Weberbauera spathulifolia, Weberbauera bracteata, Weberbauera trichocarpa, Weberbauera minutipila, Weberbauera smithii, Weberbauera herzogii, Weberbauera perforata, Weberbauera densifolia, Weberbauera imbricatifolia, Weberbauera cymosa, Weberbauera retropila, Weberbauera lagunae, Weberbauera suffruticosa, Weberbauera dillonii, Weberbauera peruviana, Weberbauera scabrifolia, Weberbauera violacea, Weberbauera rosulans, Weberbauera ayacuchoensis,
Species in the Brassicaceae family
Abdra brachycarpa, Abdra aprica, Acuston perenne, Aethionema rhodopaeum, Aethionema alanyae, Aethionema arabicum, Aethionema armenum, Aethionema capitatum, Aethionema carlsbergii, Aethionema carneum, Aethionema cephalanthum, Aethionema cordatum, Aethionema coridifolium, Aethionema demirizii, Aethionema diastrophis, Aethionema dumanii, Aethionema edentulum, Aethionema eunomioides, Aethionema fimbriatum, Aethionema froedinii, Aethionema gileadense, Aethionema glaucinum, Aethionema grandiflorum, Aethionema heterocarpum, Aethionema heterophyllum, Aethionema huber-morathii, Aethionema karamanicum, Aethionema lepidioides, Aethionema levandowskyi, Aethionema lycium, Aethionema marashicum, Aethionema membranaceum, Aethionema munzurense, Aethionema orbiculatum, Aethionema papillosum, Aethionema retsina, Aethionema saxatile, Aethionema schistosum, Aethionema semnanensis, Aethionema speciosum, Aethionema spicatum, Aethionema stylosum, Aethionema subulatum, Aethionema syriacum, Aethionema thesiifolium, Aethionema thomasianum, Aethionema transhyrcanum, Aethionema turcicum, Aethionema umbellatum, Aethionema virgatum,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record tro-50268032: Based on the initial data import
Augustin Pyramus de Candolle (1778-1841): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'DC.' in the authors string.
Ihsan Ali Al-Shehbaz (b.1939): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Al-Shehbaz' in the authors string.