Rapatea paludosa - Uses, Benefits & Care
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
paludosa
ID:
510448
Status:
valid
Authors:
Aubl.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1775
Citation Micro:
Hist. Pl. Guiane 1: 305 (1775)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000509780
Common Names
- Paludosa Rapatea
- Rapatea Paludosa
- Marsh Rapatea
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Rapatea paludosa (also called Rapatea paludosa, among many other common names) is a small tree or shrub with a single trunk, growing up to 5 m in height. It is native to the tropical forests of South America, and is found in the Amazon basin and the Guianas. It prefers moist, shady habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Rapatea paludosa is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used as a source of food for livestock.
Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species
Rapatea paludosa var. paludosaRapatea paludosa var. sessiliflora Maguire
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Rapatea paludosa flowers are yellow and bell-shaped, and the seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and spindly.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Rapatea paludosa is a tropical evergreen shrub native to South America. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and rooted in a moist soil mix. Both methods require warm temperatures and bright, indirect light.
Where to Find Rapatea paludosa
Rapatea paludosa is native to the Amazon rainforest in Brazil. It can be found in the Amazonas and Roraima states.
Rapatea paludosa FAQ
What is the scientific name of Rapatea paludosa?
Rapatea paludosa
What type of plant is Rapatea paludosa?
It is a shrub
Where is Rapatea paludosa found?
It is found in the tropical rainforests of South America
Species in the Rapatea genus
Rapatea angustifolia, Rapatea aracamuniana, Rapatea chimantensis, Rapatea circasiana, Rapatea elongata, Rapatea fanshawei, Rapatea linearis, Rapatea longipes, Rapatea membranacea, Rapatea muaju, Rapatea paludosa, Rapatea pycnocephala, Rapatea rugulosa, Rapatea saulensis, Rapatea scabra, Rapatea spectabilis, Rapatea spruceana, Rapatea steyermarkii, Rapatea ulei, Rapatea undulata, Rapatea xiphoides, Rapatea yapacana,
Species in the Rapateaceae family
Amphiphyllum rigidum, Cephalostemon affinis, Cephalostemon angustatus, Cephalostemon gracilis, Cephalostemon microglochin, Cephalostemon riedelianus, Duckea cyperaceoidea, Duckea flava, Duckea junciformis, Duckea squarrosa, Epidryos allenii, Epidryos guayanensis, Epidryos micrantherus, Epidryos matheusii, Guacamaya superba, Kunhardtia radiata, Kunhardtia rhodantha, Marahuacaea schomburgkii, Maschalocephalus dinklagei, Monotrema aemulans, Monotrema affine, Monotrema arthrophyllum, Monotrema bracteatum, Monotrema xyridoides, Phelpsiella ptericaulis, Potarophytum riparium, Rapatea angustifolia, Rapatea aracamuniana, Rapatea chimantensis, Rapatea circasiana, Rapatea elongata, Rapatea fanshawei, Rapatea linearis, Rapatea longipes, Rapatea membranacea, Rapatea muaju, Rapatea paludosa, Rapatea pycnocephala, Rapatea rugulosa, Rapatea saulensis, Rapatea scabra, Rapatea spectabilis, Rapatea spruceana, Rapatea steyermarkii, Rapatea ulei, Rapatea undulata, Rapatea xiphoides, Rapatea yapacana, Saxofridericia aculeata, Saxofridericia compressa,
References
Jean Baptiste Christophore Fusée Aublet (1723-1778): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Aubl.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:715274-1: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.