Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Arecales
Family:
Species:
dennisii
ID:
273655

Status:
valid

Authors:
H.E.Moore

Source:
wcs

Year:
1969

Citation Micro:
Principes 13: 131 (1969)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000272987

Common Names

  • Physokentia dennisii
  • Dennis' Physokentia
  • Dennisii Physokentia

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Description

Physokentia dennisii (also called Dennis's 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 dennisii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a cut flower.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Physokentia dennisii 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.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Physokentia dennisii 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 dennisii

Physokentia dennisii is native to Central and South America and can be found in tropical and subtropical climates.

Physokentia dennisii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Physokentia dennisii?

Physokentia dennisii

What is the common name of Physokentia dennisii?

Dennis' Physokentia

What is the family of Physokentia dennisii?

Araceae

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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-155741: Based on the initial data import
Harold E. Moore (1917-1980): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.E.Moore' in the authors string.