Status:
valid
Authors:
Wall. ex Baker
Source:
wcs
Year:
1879
Citation Micro:
J. Linn. Soc., Bot. 17: 504 (1879)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000673808
Common Names
- Violacea Peliosanthes
- Peliosanthes Heath
- Violacea Peliosanthes Heath
Description
Peliosanthes violacea (also called Violet lily, among many other common names) is a perennial herb that is native to tropical and subtropical regions of Asia. It has long, narrow leaves and violet flowers that appear in summer. It is found in moist, shady areas and in open forests.
Uses & Benefits
Peliosanthes violacea is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used in landscaping.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Peliosanthes violacea is a white, bell-shaped flower with six petals. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small and have a single, long, thin stem with two small leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Peliosanthes violacea is a hardy, evergreen shrub that grows up to 1.5m in height. It prefers a sunny position in well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a well-drained seed raising mix. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and placed in a well-drained cutting mix.
Where to Find Peliosanthes violacea
Peliosanthes violacea is native to the western United States, from California to Montana.
Peliosanthes violacea FAQ
What is the scientific name of Peliosanthes violacea?
Peliosanthes violacea
What is the common name of Peliosanthes violacea?
Violet peliosanthes
What is the habitat of Peliosanthes violacea?
It is found in moist, shady places, such as in forests and along streams.
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,