Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
kenhilloides
ID:
1334207

Status:
valid

Authors:
Aver. & N.Tanaka

Source:
ipni

Year:
2016

Citation Micro:
Taiwania 61: 211 (2016)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001346661

Common Names

  • Kenhilloides Peliosanthes
  • Peliosanthes
  • Peliosanthes Kenhilloides

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Description

Peliosanthes kenhilloides (also called Kenhill's Peliosanthes, among many other common names) is an evergreen perennial plant native to Southeast Asia. It has a woody stem and is about 1-2 m tall. Its leaves are simple and have an ovate shape. The flowers are yellow and have a calyx with 5 sepals. It is found in tropical forests and along the edges of rivers.

Uses & Benefits

Peliosanthes kenhilloides is a popular ornamental plant, often used in gardens and parks. It is also known to have anti-inflammatory and anti-bacterial properties, and is used in traditional Chinese medicine.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Peliosanthes kenhilloides has white flowers with yellow centers and a pleasant scent. The seed is small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Peliosanthes kenhilloides is a perennial herbaceous plant that is native to China. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. It is best grown in a sheltered location and should be protected from strong winds. It can be grown in containers or in the ground. It should be watered regularly and fertilized every few weeks with a balanced fertilizer.

Where to Find Peliosanthes kenhilloides

Peliosanthes kenhilloides is native to the tropical forests of Central and South America.

Peliosanthes kenhilloides FAQ

What is the scientific name of Peliosanthes kenhilloides?

Peliosanthes kenhilloides

What is the family of Peliosanthes kenhilloides?

Asparagaceae

What is the habitat of Peliosanthes kenhilloides?

Grasslands and open woodlands

Species in the Peliosanthes genus

Peliosanthes macrophylla, Peliosanthes macrostegia, Peliosanthes violacea, Peliosanthes ophiopogonoides, Peliosanthes curnberlegii, Peliosanthes kaoi, Peliosanthes yunnanensis, Peliosanthes sinica, Peliosanthes griffithii, Peliosanthes teta, Peliosanthes dehongensis, Peliosanthes sessilis, Peliosanthes gracilipes, Peliosanthes subcoronata, Peliosanthes pachystachya, Peliosanthes divaricatanthera, Peliosanthes weberi, Peliosanthes caesia, Peliosanthes reflexa, Peliosanthes irinae, Peliosanthes argenteostriata, Peliosanthes nivea, Peliosanthes nutans, Peliosanthes retroflexa, Peliosanthes minutiflora, Peliosanthes brevicoronata, Peliosanthes cambodiana, Peliosanthes triandra, Peliosanthes micrantha, Peliosanthes densiflora, Peliosanthes hexagona, Peliosanthes aperta, Peliosanthes elegans, Peliosanthes kenhillii, Peliosanthes separata, Peliosanthes inaperta, Peliosanthes kenhilloides, Peliosanthes splendens,

Species in the Asparagaceae family

Acanthocarpus canaliculatus, Acanthocarpus humilis, Acanthocarpus parviflorus, Acanthocarpus preissii, Acanthocarpus robustus, Acanthocarpus rupestris, Acanthocarpus verticillatus, Agave acicularis, Agave acklinicola, Agave ajoensis, Agave aktites, Agave albescens, Agave albomarginata, Agave americana, Agave angustiarum, Agave angustifolia, Agave anomala, Agave antillarum, Agave apedicellata, Agave applanata, Agave arizonica, Agave arubensis, Agave asperrima, Agave atrovirens, Agave attenuata, Agave aurea, Agave avellanidens, Agave bahamana, Agave bicolor, Agave boldinghiana, Agave bovicornuta, Agave braceana, Agave bracteosa, Agave brevipetala, Agave brevispina, Agave brittoniana, Agave brunnea, Agave bulliana, Agave cacozela, Agave cajalbanensis, Agave calodonta, Agave capensis, Agave caribaeicola, Agave cerulata, Agave chamelensis, Agave chiapensis, Agave chrysantha, Agave chrysoglossa, Agave cocui, Agave collina,

References

Leonid Averyanov (b.1955): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Aver.' in the authors string.
Noriyuki Tanaka (b.1950): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'N.Tanaka' in the authors string.