Status:
valid
Authors:
Kosterm.
Source:
ksu
Year:
1960
Citation Micro:
Reinwardtia 5: 345 (1960)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000381800
Common Names
- Nothaphoebe Pahangensis
- Pahangensis Nothaphoebe
- Nothaphoebe
Description
Nothaphoebe pahangensis (also called Pahang Nothaphoebe, among many other common names) is a species of shrub in the family Nyctaginaceae. It is native to Southeast Asia, and it grows in moist forests. It has an upright shape, with thin, reddish-brown branches and small, white flowers.
Uses & Benefits
Nothaphoebe pahangensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge plant. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat fever, headache, and stomachache.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Nothaphoebe pahangensis is small and white, with five petals. The seed is small and black, with a hard outer shell. The seedlings are small and green, with a single stem and two leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Nothaphoebe pahangensis is a perennial plant that can be propagated by division or cuttings. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate light frost.
Where to Find Nothaphoebe pahangensis
Nothaphoebe pahangensis is native to Southeast Asia and can be found in moist soils.
Nothaphoebe pahangensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Nothaphoebe pahangensis?
Nothaphoebe pahangensis
What is the family of Nothaphoebe pahangensis?
Lauraceae
What is the common name of Nothaphoebe pahangensis?
Pahangensis Nothaphoebe
Species in the Nothaphoebe genus
Species in the Lauraceae family
Actinodaphne acuminata,
Actinodaphne albifrons,
Actinodaphne amabilis,
Actinodaphne ambigua,
Actinodaphne archboldiana,
Actinodaphne areolata,
Actinodaphne bicolor,
Actinodaphne borneensis,
Actinodaphne bourdillonii,
Actinodaphne bourneae,
Actinodaphne brassii,
Actinodaphne caesia,
Actinodaphne campanulata,
Actinodaphne candolleana,
Actinodaphne celebica,
Actinodaphne cinerea,
Actinodaphne concinna,
Actinodaphne concolor,
Actinodaphne corymbosa,
Actinodaphne crassa,
Actinodaphne cupularis,
Actinodaphne diversifolia,
Actinodaphne dolichophylla,
Actinodaphne elegans,
Actinodaphne ellipticibacca,
Actinodaphne engleriana,
Actinodaphne ferruginea,
Actinodaphne forrestii,
Actinodaphne fragilis,
Actinodaphne fuliginosa,
Actinodaphne furfuracea,
Actinodaphne glabra,
Actinodaphne glauca,
Actinodaphne glaucina,
Actinodaphne glomerata,
Actinodaphne gracilis,
Actinodaphne henryi,
Actinodaphne hirsuta,
Actinodaphne hypoleucophylla,
Actinodaphne javanica,
Actinodaphne johorensis,
Actinodaphne kinabaluensis,
Actinodaphne koshepangii,
Actinodaphne kostermansii,
Actinodaphne kweichowensis,
Actinodaphne lanata,
Actinodaphne lanceolata,
Actinodaphne latifolia,
Actinodaphne lawsonii,
Actinodaphne lecomtei,