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RAPATEA PALUDOSA - ANANSI - WAWAI.

Rapatea paludosa - Anansi wawaiCommon name
Rapatea, anansi - wawai
Family
Rapateaceae.

Overview
This ia a common tropical perennial in Suriname growing in the white-sand savannas on shady moist spots.
Due to the implant of the end-leaves; it resembles a fan.
The inflorescence has two pointed end leaves at the end of a long stem.
The plant has small, 1 inch tall yellow flowers; the stamens are very peculiar: at the filament is a 2 millimeter spoon - shaped attachment.
Anansi - wawai grows up to 3' tall.
Rapateaceae is a small family, mainly occurring in tropical America.

Hardiness
USDA zone 9B - 11.
Propagation
Rhizome.
Culture
Full sun / partial shade; sandy loam soil.
Needs high humidity; plant in frost free areas.


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Item Description Unit Price Quantity

Rapatea paludosa rhizome 1 packet (one rhizome) US$ 10.50
Rapatea paludosa rhizome 1 packet (10 rhizomes) US$ 89.25


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