Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Commelinales
Genus:
Species:
pantiensis
ID:
922354

Status:
valid

Authors:
Siti Nurfazilah, Mohd Fahmi, Sofiman Othman & P.C.Boyce

Source:
wcs

Year:
2010

Citation Micro:
Willdenowia 40: 208 (2010)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000921689

Common Names

  • Hanguana pantiensis
  • Pantiensis Hanguana
  • Pantiensis Hanguana Plant

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Description

Hanguana pantiensis (also called 'Hanguana', 'Malaysian swamp cabbage', among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Araceae. It is a perennial herb with a creeping rhizome and long-stalked, heart-shaped leaves. It is native to Southeast Asia and is found in wet and swampy areas. It is common in Malaysia, Thailand, and Indonesia.

Uses & Benefits

Hanguana pantiensis is used as an ornamental plant for its attractive flowers and foliage. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat fever and headaches.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Hanguana pantiensis has white flowers with five petals. The fruits contain a single seed. The seedlings have a single cotyledon and two opposite leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Hanguana pantiensis is a perennial herbaceous plant that can be propagated by seed or stem cuttings. It prefers partial shade and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -4°C (25°F). It is best to water the plant deeply and infrequently, allowing the soil to dry out between waterings.

Where to Find Hanguana pantiensis

Hanguana pantiensis is native to Southeast Asia and is found in moist forests and along streams.

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-467298: Based on the initial data import
Peter Charles Boyce (b.1964): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'P.C.Boyce' in the authors string.
Abdul Rahman Siti Nurfazilah: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Siti Nurfazilah' in the authors string.
Ahmad Sofiman Othman: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Sofiman Othman' in the authors string.
Abu Kabar Mohd Fahmi: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Mohd Fahmi' in the authors string.