Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
virescens
ID:
1278270

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Thulin) Thulin & Lavin

Source:
tro

Year:
2004

Citation Micro:
Syst. Bot.29: 913 (2004)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001277608

Common Names

  • Wajira virescens
  • Virescens Wajira
  • Virescens

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Description

Wajira virescens (also called Green Wajira, among many other common names) is a shrub native to South America. It has small, oval leaves and white, bell-shaped flowers. It grows in a variety of habitats, including dry forests, woodlands, and shrublands.

Uses & Benefits

Wajira virescens is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and is also used in traditional medicine.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Wajira virescens has small, white flowers with five petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Wajira virescens is a shrub that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. For seed propagation, the seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood stems and placed in a moist, well-drained soil mix. The cuttings should be kept in a warm, humid environment until they have rooted.

Where to Find Wajira virescens

Wajira virescens is found in the tropical rainforests of Central and South America, particularly in Brazil, Colombia, and Peru.

Wajira virescens FAQ

What is the scientific name of Wajira virescens?

Wajira virescens

What is the natural habitat of Wajira virescens?

It is native to the tropical forests of Central and South America.

What are the growth requirements of Wajira virescens?

It prefers a warm, humid environment with bright, indirect light and moist soil.

Species in the Fabaceae family

References

Mats Thulin (b.1948): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Thulin' in the authors string.
Matt Lavin (b.1956): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lavin' in the authors string.