Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
minutiflora
ID:
1324286

Status:
valid

Authors:
N.Tanaka, J.Murata & S.K.Wu

Source:
ipni

Year:
2013

Citation Micro:
J. Jap. Bot. 88: 135 (2013)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001336740

Common Names

  • Peliosanthes Minutiflora
  • Small-Flowered Peliosanthes
  • Small-Flowered Yellow-Flower

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Description

Peliosanthes minutiflora (also called 'Small-flowered Peliosanthes', among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to China, Japan, and Korea. It grows in grasslands, thickets, and forest edges. It has an erect stem, with lanceolate leaves and small, white flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Peliosanthes minutiflora is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Peliosanthes minutiflora has small white flowers with four petals. The seeds are small, black, and glossy. The seedlings have two opposite leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Peliosanthes minutiflora is an evergreen perennial that grows up to 1 m tall. It is native to India and is hardy to USDA Zone 8. It prefers full sun to partial shade and well-drained soils. Propagation is by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a well-drained soil mix. Division should be done in early spring or late summer. Keep the soil moist but not soggy.

Where to Find Peliosanthes minutiflora

Peliosanthes minutiflora is native to Mexico and can be found in the Sierra Madre Occidental.

Peliosanthes minutiflora FAQ

What is the scientific name of Peliosanthes minutiflora?

Peliosanthes minutiflora

What kind of plant is Peliosanthes minutiflora?

It is a species of lily

Where is Peliosanthes minutiflora found?

It is found in India

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

Su Kung Wu (1935-2013): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'S.K.Wu' in the authors string.
Jin Murata (b.1952): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.Murata' in the authors string.
Noriyuki Tanaka (b.1950): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'N.Tanaka' in the authors string.