Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Species:
fiebrigii
ID:
1237901

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Schltr.) Liede

Source:
tro

Year:
1997

Citation Micro:
Novon 7: 44 (1997)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001237239

Common Names

  • Philibertia fiebrigii
  • Fiebrigii Philibertia
  • Philibertia

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Description

Philibertia fiebrigii (also called Fiebrig's Philibertia, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to Central America. It has small, white flowers and dark green leaves. It is found in moist, shady areas of tropical forests.

Uses & Benefits

Philibertia fiebrigii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used as a medicinal plant to treat skin diseases and as a diuretic.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Philibertia fiebrigii is white with yellow centers and has four petals. The seed is a small, round, black seed. The seedlings are small, with oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Philibertia fiebrigii is an evergreen shrub that can be grown in full sun to partial shade. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and can tolerate some drought. Propagation is done by seed or by cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a well-draining soil mix. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and planted in a well-draining soil mix.

Where to Find Philibertia fiebrigii

Philibertia fiebrigii is native to the tropical forests of India, Nepal, and Bhutan.

Philibertia fiebrigii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Philibertia fiebrigii?

Philibertia fiebrigii

What is the natural habitat of Philibertia fiebrigii?

Tropical and subtropical moist montane forests

What is the conservation status of Philibertia fiebrigii?

Least Concern

Species in the Philibertia genus

Philibertia alba, Philibertia urceolata, Philibertia zongoensis, Philibertia solanoides, Philibertia gilliesii, Philibertia campanulata, Philibertia picta, Philibertia stipitata, Philibertia lysimachioides, Philibertia fiebrigii, Philibertia globiflora, Philibertia fontellae, Philibertia boliviana, Philibertia velutina, Philibertia parviflora, Philibertia candolleana, Philibertia peruviana, Philibertia bicornuta, Philibertia discolor, Philibertia volcanensis, Philibertia micrantha, Philibertia tubata, Philibertia cionophora, Philibertia amblystigma, Philibertia multiflora, Philibertia tactila, Philibertia speciosa, Philibertia latiflora, Philibertia longistyla, Philibertia boliviensis, Philibertia mitophora, Philibertia tucumanensis, Philibertia tomentosa, Philibertia affinis, Philibertia subnivea, Philibertia suberecta, Philibertia religiosa, Philibertia barbata, Philibertia nivea, Philibertia coalita, Philibertia castillonii,

Species in the Apocynaceae family

Acokanthera laevigata, Acokanthera oblongifolia, Acokanthera oppositifolia, Acokanthera rotundata, Acokanthera schimperi, Adenium boehmianum, Adenium multiflorum, Adenium obesum, Adenium oleifolium, Adenium swazicum, Adenium dhofarense, Aganosma breviloba, Aganosma cymosa, Aganosma gracilis, Aganosma lacei, Aganosma petelotii, Aganosma schlechteriana, Aganosma siamensis, Aganosma wallichii, Aganosma heynei, Alafia alba, Alafia barteri, Alafia benthamii, Alafia berrieri, Alafia calophylla, Alafia caudata, Alafia erythrophthalma, Alafia falcata, Alafia fuscata, Alafia insularis, Alafia intermedia, Alafia landolphioides, Alafia lucida, Alafia microstylis, Alafia multiflora, Alafia nigrescens, Alafia orientalis, Alafia parciflora, Alafia pauciflora, Alafia perrieri, Alafia schumannii, Alafia thouarsii, Alafia vallium, Alafia verschuereni, Alafia whytei, Alafia zambesiaca, Allamanda calcicola, Allamanda angustifolia, Allamanda blanchetii, Allamanda cathartica,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record tro-50093498: Based on the initial data import
Rudolf Schlechter (1872-1925): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Schltr.' in the authors string.
Sigrid Liede (b.1957): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Liede' in the authors string.