Status:
valid
Authors:
(Prance) Sothers & Prance
Source:
ipni
Year:
2014
Citation Micro:
Blumea 59: 104 (2014)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001341569
Common Names
- Angelesia palawanensis
- Palawanensis Angelesia
- Palawanensis Angel's Trumpet
Description
Angelesia palawanensis (also called Palawan angelesia, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the Philippines. It has a single, erect stem and grows up to 1 meter in height. Its leaves are divided into many small, narrow segments and its flowers are white and bell-shaped. It grows in moist, shady areas, such as rainforests and riverbanks.
Uses & Benefits
Angelesia palawanensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used as a hedge plant due to its fast growth rate. It can also be used in traditional medicine for treating skin diseases and other ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Angelesia palawanensis has small, white flowers with five petals. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small, green and have multiple stems.
Cultivation and Propagation
Angelesia palawanensis is a tropical plant that prefers warm temperatures and humid conditions. It can be propagated by seed or by division of the rhizomes. Plant the rhizomes 2-3 inches deep and 12-18 inches apart.
Where to Find Angelesia palawanensis
Angelesia palawanensis is endemic to the Philippines, where it is found in the province of Palawan.
Angelesia palawanensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Angelesia palawanensis?
Angelesia palawanensis
What is the common name of Angelesia palawanensis?
Palawan Angelesia
What is the natural habitat of Angelesia palawanensis?
Tropical rainforests
Species in the Angelesia genus
Species in the Chrysobalanaceae family
Acioa edulis,
Acioa guianensis,
Acioa schultesii,
Acioa somnolens,
Acioa longipendula,
Acioa dolichopoda,
Afrolicania elaeosperma,
Angelesia splendens,
Angelesia fusicarpa,
Angelesia palawanensis,
Atuna cordata,
Atuna elliptica,
Atuna excelsa,
Atuna indica,
Atuna latifrons,
Atuna nannodes,
Atuna penangiana,
Atuna travancorica,
Bafodeya benna,
Chrysobalanus cuspidatus,
Chrysobalanus icaco,
Chrysobalanus prancei,
Couepia belemii,
Couepia bernardii,
Couepia bondarii,
Couepia bracteosa,
Couepia canomensis,
Couepia carautae,
Couepia caryophylloides,
Couepia cataractae,
Couepia chrysocalyx,
Couepia cidiana,
Couepia coarctata,
Couepia comosa,
Couepia eriantha,
Couepia excelsa,
Couepia exflexa,
Couepia froesii,
Couepia glabra,
Couepia grandiflora,
Couepia guianensis,
Couepia habrantha,
Couepia hondurasensis,
Couepia impressa,
Couepia insignis,
Couepia joaquinae,
Couepia krukovii,
Couepia latifolia,
Couepia leitaofilhoi,
Couepia longipetiolata,