Status:
valid
Authors:
Bing Liu, W.Y.Jin, L.N.Zhao & Y.Yang
Source:
rhakhis
Year:
2020
Citation Micro:
PhytoKeys 140: 102. 2020
WFO Identifier:
wfo-1000024054
Common Names
- Phoebe hekouensis
- Hekou Phoebe
- Hekou Phoebe Tree
Description
Phoebe hekouensis (also called Hekou Phoebe, among many other common names) is a species of tree in the Lauraceae family. It is native to China. It typically grows in subtropical or tropical moist lowland forests.
Uses & Benefits
Phoebe hekouensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge plant. It is also used to attract wildlife to the garden.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Phoebe hekouensis has small, white flowers and small, black seeds. The seedlings have a single, oval-shaped leaf and a thin stem.
Cultivation and Propagation
Phoebe hekouensis is a tropical plant that grows best in warm, humid climates. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is done by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or summer in a warm, sunny location. Cuttings can be taken from the stems or leaves and planted in a potting mix. The cuttings should be kept moist and in a warm, humid environment until they root.
Where to Find Phoebe hekouensis
Phoebe hekouensis can be found in the subtropical and tropical regions of China.
Phoebe hekouensis FAQ
What is the natural habitat of Phoebe hekouensis?
Phoebe hekouensis is native to the highlands of Mexico.
What type of soil is best for Phoebe hekouensis?
Phoebe hekouensis prefers a well-draining, sandy soil with a pH of 5.5 to 7.0.
How much light does Phoebe hekouensis need?
Phoebe hekouensis prefers bright, indirect light.
Species in the Phoebe genus
Phoebe forbesii,
Phoebe cuneata,
Phoebe elliptica,
Phoebe dehaasiifolia,
Phoebe glabrifolia,
Phoebe cuspidata,
Phoebe cooperiana,
Phoebe clemensii,
Phoebe obtusa,
Phoebe javanica,
Phoebe laevis,
Phoebe kunstleri,
Phoebe kjellbergii,
Phoebe incerta,
Phoebe holosericea,
Phoebe leiophylla,
Phoebe lucida,
Phoebe birmanica,
Phoebe wightii,
Phoebe tenuifolia,
Phoebe siamensis,
Phoebe assamica,
Phoebe baishyae,
Phoebe lummaoensis,
Phoebe prazeri,
Phoebe liana,
Phoebe hedgei,
Phoebe tavoyana,
Phoebe angustifolia,
Phoebe attenuata,
Phoebe canescens,
Phoebe chartacea,
Phoebe excelsa,
Phoebe lanceolata,
Phoebe macrophylla,
Phoebe pallida,
Phoebe sterculioides,
Phoebe formosana,
Phoebe legendrei,
Phoebe sheareri,
Phoebe hainanensis,
Phoebe hunanensis,
Phoebe faberi,
Phoebe grandis,
Phoebe kwangsiensis,
Phoebe bournei,
Phoebe hui,
Phoebe macrocarpa,
Phoebe hungmoensis,
Phoebe yaiensis,
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,