Status:
valid
Authors:
W.H.Chen & Y.M.Shui
Source:
wcs
Year:
2003
Citation Micro:
Acta Phytotax. Sin. 41: 489 (2003)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000752980
Common Names
- Pachystachya Tree
- Peliosanthes Tree
- Pachystachya Mahogany Tree
Description
Peliosanthes pachystachya (also called Thick-Stalked Peliosanthes, among many other common names) is a bulbous perennial plant native to Southeast Asia. It has long, narrow leaves and produces white flowers with yellow centers. It grows in moist, shady areas, such as in woodlands, grasslands, and along streams.
Uses & Benefits
Peliosanthes pachystachya is used in landscaping and as a cut flower. It is also used medicinally to treat fever, headaches, and other ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Peliosanthes pachystachya is a small, white, star-shaped bloom with a yellow center. Its seeds are small and black, and its seedlings are small and green with a single, thin stem.
Cultivation and Propagation
Peliosanthes pachystachya is a perennial herb native to Southeast Asia. It is commonly cultivated as an ornamental plant. Propagation is done by division of the rhizomes or by seed. The seeds should be sown in a moist substrate and kept in a warm, sunny location.
Where to Find Peliosanthes pachystachya
Peliosanthes pachystachya is native to Southeast Asia and can be found in moist, shady areas such as forests and woodlands.
Peliosanthes pachystachya FAQ
What is the scientific name of Peliosanthes pachystachya?
Peliosanthes pachystachya
What is the common name of Peliosanthes pachystachya?
Pachystachya Lily
What is the habitat of Peliosanthes pachystachya?
It is found in moist, shady forests and grasslands.
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
Wen Hong Chen: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'W.H.Chen' in the authors string.