Status:
valid
Authors:
Orchard
Source:
ipni
Year:
2012
Citation Micro:
Nuytsia 22(6): 385 (2012)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001335049
Common Names
- Pentalepis linearifolia
- Linear-Leaf Pentalepis
- Linear-Leaf Plant
Description
Pentalepis linearifolia (also called Linear-leaved Pentalepis, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that can grow up to 10 m tall. It is native to tropical Asia, from India to China and the Philippines. It is found in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests, as well as in disturbed areas.
Uses & Benefits
Pentalepis linearifolia is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used for its medicinal properties.
Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species
Pentalepis linearifolia sub. nudibranchoides Orchard
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Pentalepis linearifolia is a white to pale pink, tubular flower with five petals. The seed is a small, hard, dark brown nut. The seedlings are small, with a single pair of oval-shaped leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Cultivation and propagation of Pentalepis linearifolia: Propagation is by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix, and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from healthy plants in the spring or summer, and rooted in a well-drained soil mix. Keep the soil moist until the cuttings have rooted.
Where to Find Pentalepis linearifolia
Pentalepis linearifolia is native to India.
Pentalepis linearifolia FAQ
What is the scientific name of Pentalepis linearifolia?
Pentalepis linearifolia
What is the common name of Pentalepis linearifolia?
Linear-leaved Pentalepis
What type of plant is Pentalepis linearifolia?
Pentalepis linearifolia is a shrub
Species in the Pentalepis genus
Species in the Asteraceae family
Aaronsohnia pubescens,
Aaronsohnia factorovskyi,
Abrotanella filiformis,
Abrotanella rostrata,
Abrotanella linearis,
Abrotanella trilobata,
Abrotanella muscosa,
Abrotanella inconspicua,
Abrotanella trichoachaenia,
Abrotanella caespitosa,
Abrotanella nivigena,
Abrotanella pusilla,
Abrotanella linearifolia,
Abrotanella papuana,
Abrotanella rosulata,
Abrotanella emarginata,
Abrotanella fertilis,
Abrotanella spathulata,
Abrotanella purpurea,
Abrotanella patearoa,
Abrotanella submarginata,
Abrotanella diemii,
Abrotanella scapigera,
Abrotanella forsterioides,
Acamptopappus shockleyi,
Acamptopappus sphaerocephalus,
Acanthocephalus benthamianus,
Acanthocephalus amplexifolius,
Acanthocladium dockeri,
Acanthodesmos distichus,
Acanthodesmos gibarensis,
Acanthospermum humile,
Acanthospermum consobrinum,
Acanthospermum glabratum,
Acanthospermum microcarpum,
Acanthospermum hispidum,
Acanthospermum australe,
Acanthospermum lecocarpoides,
Acanthostyles buniifolius,
Acanthostyles saucechicoensis,
Achillea buiana,
Achillea conrathii,
Achillea cucullata,
Achillea styriaca,
Achillea clavennae,
Achillea cappadocica,
Achillea huber-morathii,
Achillea ptarmicoides,
Achillea sieheana,
Achillea barrelieri,