Status:
valid
Authors:
H.E.Moore
Source:
wcs
Year:
1977
Citation Micro:
Principes 21: 86 (1977)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000272986
Common Names
- Physokentia avia
- Avian Physokentia
- Avia Physokentia
Description
Physokentia avia (also called Avian Physokentia, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Araceae family. It is native to Central America and can be found in tropical rainforests.
Uses & Benefits
Physokentia avia is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a cut flower.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Physokentia avia is a white or pinkish-white color and is tubular in shape. The seed is small and round, and the seedlings are small and thin with a single pair of leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Physokentia avia is a shrub native to Mexico. It can be grown in full sun or partial shade in moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is by cuttings taken in spring or summer.
Where to Find Physokentia avia
Physokentia avia is native to Central and South America and can be found in tropical and subtropical climates.
Physokentia avia FAQ
What is the scientific name of Physokentia avia?
Physokentia avia
What is the common name of Physokentia avia?
Avian Physokentia
What is the family of Physokentia avia?
Araceae
Species in the Physokentia genus
Species in the Arecaceae family
Acanthophoenix crinita,
Acanthophoenix rubra,
Acanthophoenix rousselii,
Acoelorraphe wrightii,
Acrocomia aculeata,
Acrocomia crispa,
Acrocomia hassleri,
Acrocomia intumescens,
Acrocomia totai,
Acrocomia emensis,
Acrocomia glaucescens,
Acrocomia corumbaensi,
Actinorhytis calapparia,
Actinorhytis calapparia,
Adonidia merrillii,
Adonidia dransfieldii,
Aiphanes graminifolia,
Aiphanes bicornis,
Aiphanes buenaventurae,
Aiphanes multiplex,
Aiphanes acaulis,
Aiphanes chiribogensis,
Aiphanes concinna,
Aiphanes deltoidea,
Aiphanes duquei,
Aiphanes eggersii,
Aiphanes erinacea,
Aiphanes gelatinosa,
Aiphanes grandis,
Aiphanes hirsuta,
Aiphanes horrida,
Aiphanes killipii,
Aiphanes leiostachys,
Aiphanes lindeniana,
Aiphanes linearis,
Aiphanes macroloba,
Aiphanes minima,
Aiphanes parvifolia,
Aiphanes pilaris,
Aiphanes simplex,
Aiphanes spicata,
Aiphanes tricuspidata,
Aiphanes truncata,
Aiphanes ulei,
Aiphanes verrucosa,
Aiphanes weberbaueri,
Aiphanes argos,
Aiphanes tatama,
Aiphanes gloria,
Aiphanes decipiens,