Status:
valid
Authors:
(Blume) Schott
Source:
wcs
Year:
1856
Citation Micro:
Syn. Aroid. : 5 (1856)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000273871
Common Names
- Pinellia Tripartita
- Tripartita Palm
- Fishtail Palm
Description
Pinellia tripartita (also called Pinellia, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Araceae. It is a perennial herb, growing up to 1 m tall. It is native to Japan, Korea, and China. It is found in moist, shady forests and along streams.
Uses & Benefits
Pinellia tripartita is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant to treat fever, inflammation, and rheumatism.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Pinellia tripartita has small, white flowers with yellow centers. Its seeds are small and black, and its seedlings are thin and delicate.
Cultivation and Propagation
Pinellia tripartita can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers a well-drained soil and full sun to partial shade. Water regularly and fertilize twice a year.
Where to Find Pinellia tripartita
Pinellia tripartita is native to China, Japan, and Korea. It is found in moist, shady areas.
Pinellia tripartita FAQ
What is the scientific name of Pinellia tripartita?
Pinellia tripartita
What is the natural habitat of Pinellia tripartita?
Woodlands of East Asia
What is the average height of Pinellia tripartita?
30-50 cm
Species in the Pinellia genus
Pinellia cordata,
Pinellia integrifolia,
Pinellia pedatisecta,
Pinellia peltata,
Pinellia polyphylla,
Pinellia ternata,
Pinellia tripartita,
Pinellia yaoluopingensis,
Pinellia fujianensis,
Pinellia hunanensis,
Species in the Araceae family
Adelonema erythropus,
Adelonema allenii,
Adelonema crinipes,
Adelonema hammelii,
Adelonema kvistii,
Adelonema mofflerianum,
Adelonema orientale,
Adelonema pallidinervium,
Adelonema panamense,
Adelonema peltatum,
Adelonema picturatum,
Adelonema roezlii,
Adelonema speariae,
Adelonema wallisii,
Adelonema wendlandii,
Adelonema yanamonoense,
Aglaodorum griffithii,
Aglaonema brevispathum,
Aglaonema chermsiriwattanae,
Aglaonema cochinchinense,
Aglaonema commutatum,
Aglaonema cordifolium,
Aglaonema costatum,
Aglaonema densinervium,
Aglaonema flemingianum,
Aglaonema hookerianum,
Aglaonema marantifolium,
Aglaonema modestum,
Aglaonema nebulosum,
Aglaonema nitidum,
Aglaonema ovatum,
Aglaonema philippinense,
Aglaonema pictum,
Aglaonema pumilum,
Aglaonema rotunda,
Aglaonema simplex,
Aglaonema tricolor,
Aglaonema vittatum,
Aglaonema robeleynii,
Aglaonema birmanicum,
Aglaonema nicobaricum,
Aglaonema tassae,
Alloschemone inopinata,
Alloschemone occidentalis,
Alocasia megawatiae,
Alocasia chaii,
Alocasia infernalis,
Alocasia nycteris,
Alocasia hypoleuca,
Alocasia jiewhoei,