Status:
valid
Authors:
Andrews
Source:
wcs
Year:
1810
Citation Micro:
Bot. Repos. 10: t. 605 (1810)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000716801
Common Names
- Tetra Peliosanthes
- Chinese Bellflower
- Tetra Flower
Description
Peliosanthes teta (also called Teta Lily, among many other common names) is a small perennial herb with white flowers that is native to East Asia. It grows in moist woodlands and other habitats with moist soils.
Uses & Benefits
Peliosanthes teta is used as an ornamental plant and for soil erosion control.
Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species
Peliosanthes teta sub. humilis (Andrews) Jessop ex Gandhi
Peliosanthes teta sub. teta
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Peliosanthes teta is a white-pink, pea-like flower with a yellow center. The seed is a small, dark brown, oval-shaped seed. The seedling is a small, thin, light green plant with small, light green leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Peliosanthes teta can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and planted in a well-drained soil mix. Both methods should be kept in a warm, sunny location.
Where to Find Peliosanthes teta
Peliosanthes teta is native to China, Japan, and Korea. It can be found in moist, shady habitats.
Peliosanthes teta FAQ
What is the scientific name of Peliosanthes teta?
Peliosanthes teta
What is the family of Peliosanthes teta?
Asparagaceae
What is the common name of Peliosanthes teta?
Teta Lily
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,