Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Rosales
Species:
philippinensis
ID:
540598

Status:
valid

Authors:
Planch.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1848

Citation Micro:
Ann. Sci. Nat., Bot. , sér. 3, 10: 337 (1848)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000539930

Common Names

  • Aphananthe philippinensis
  • Philippine Aphananthe
  • Philippine Aphananthe Grass

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Synonyms

  • Taxotrophis rectinervis F.Muell. [unknown]
  • Streblus rectinervis F.Muell. [unknown]
  • Aphananthe rectinervia (F.Muell.) Planch. [unknown]

Description

Aphananthe philippinensis (also called Fern, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to tropical Asia. It is a low-growing plant with long, narrow leaves and small, brown flowers. It is usually found in moist, shady habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Aphananthe philippinensis is an ornamental plant used in gardens and parks. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Aphananthe philippinensis is a small, yellowish-green spikelet, with a single seed. The seed is small and round, with a thin seed coat. The seedlings are small and thin, with a single leaf at the top.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Aphananthe philippinensis is a perennial plant that can be grown from seed or division. It prefers moist soils and full sun to partial shade. Propagation is best done by division in the spring or fall. Plant divisions in moist soil in full sun to partial shade.

Where to Find Aphananthe philippinensis

Aphananthe philippinensis can be found in wetland areas in the Philippines.

Aphananthe philippinensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Aphananthe philippinensis?

Aphananthe philippinensis

What is the common name of Aphananthe philippinensis?

Philippinensis

What type of plant is Aphananthe philippinensis?

Herbaceous perennial

Species in the Cannabaceae family

Aphananthe aspera, Aphananthe cuspidata, Aphananthe monoica, Aphananthe philippinensis, Aphananthe sakalava, Cannabis sativa, Celtis adolfi-friderici, Celtis africana, Celtis australis, Celtis balansae, Celtis berteroana, Celtis bifida, Celtis biondii, Celtis boninensis, Celtis brasiliensis, Celtis bungeana, Celtis caucasica, Celtis caudata, Celtis cerasifera, Celtis chekiangensis, Celtis chichape, Celtis conferta, Celtis glabrata, Celtis gomphophylla, Celtis harperi, Celtis hildebrandii, Celtis hypoleuca, Celtis iguanaea, Celtis jamaicensis, Celtis jessoensis, Celtis julianae, Celtis koraiensis, Celtis laevigata, Celtis latifolia, Celtis lindheimeri, Celtis loxensis, Celtis luzonica, Celtis madagascariensis, Celtis mauritiana, Celtis mildbraedii, Celtis occidentalis, Celtis orthacanthos, Celtis pacifica, Celtis pallida, Celtis paniculata, Celtis petenensis, Celtis philippensis, Celtis punctata, Celtis reticulata, Celtis rigescens,

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