Pentachondra dehiscens - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
dehiscens
ID:
395733
Status:
valid
Authors:
Cherry
Source:
ksu
Year:
2001
Citation Micro:
Austral. Syst. Bot. 14: 527 (2001)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000395065
Common Names
- Dehiscens Pentachondra
- Dehiscens Five-Finger Fern
- Dehiscens Five-Finger Leaf
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Pentachondra dehiscens (also called 'Five-veined Pentachondra', among many other common names) is a small evergreen shrub native to New Zealand. It has small, leathery, dark green leaves with five veins. It grows in coastal and montane forests, from sea level to 1,400 m altitude.
Uses & Benefits
Pentachondra dehiscens is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge plant. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat skin diseases, rheumatism, and fever.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Pentachondra dehiscens is a small, white, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, triangular-shaped seed. The seedlings are thin and have a single, long, narrow leaf.
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Pentachondra dehiscens is a tropical plant native to the African continent. It is an evergreen shrub that grows up to 1.5 m tall. It prefers moist, well-drained soils in full sun or partial shade. Propagation is by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or summer in a warm, sunny position. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer.
Where to Find Pentachondra dehiscens
Pentachondra dehiscens is native to India and can be found in the Western Ghats.
Pentachondra dehiscens FAQ
What is the scientific name of Pentachondra dehiscens?
Pentachondra dehiscens
What family does Pentachondra dehiscens belong to?
Cyperaceae
Where is Pentachondra dehiscens native to?
Africa
Species in the Pentachondra genus
Species in the Ericaceae family
References
W. Cherry: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Cherry' in the authors string.