Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
linearifolia
ID:
1322595

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

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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.

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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 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,

References

Anthony Edward Orchard (b.1946): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Orchard' in the authors string.