Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Arecales
Family:
Species:
songthanhensis
ID:
919158

Status:
valid

Authors:
A.J.Hend. & N.Q.Dung

Source:
wcs

Year:
2010

Citation Micro:
Phytotaxa 8: 25 (2010)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000918493

Common Names

  • Plectocomiopsis
  • Songthanhensis
  • Songthanh Plectocomiopsis

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Description

Plectocomiopsis songthanhensis (also called Songthanhensis Plectocomiopsis, among many other common names) is a species of plant in the Apocynaceae family. It is a shrub with small, star-shaped leaves and white flowers. It is native to Thailand and is found in tropical and subtropical forests.

Uses & Benefits

Plectocomiopsis songthanhensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes. It is also used as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The Plectocomiopsis songthanhensis flower is a white, star-shaped flower with yellow anthers. The seed is a small, black, oblong seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Plectocomiopsis songthanhensis is a shrub that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers a warm, humid climate and should be grown in a well-draining soil. It should be watered regularly and fertilized every two to three weeks with a balanced fertilizer. Pruning is recommended to keep the plant in shape and to encourage new growth.

Where to Find Plectocomiopsis songthanhensis

Plectocomiopsis songthanhensis can be found in tropical regions of Southeast Asia, including Vietnam, Laos, and Thailand.

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-463904: Based on the initial data import
Andrew Henderson (b.1950): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.J.Hend.' in the authors string.
Nguyen Quoc Dung: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'N.Q.Dung' in the authors string.