Status:
valid
Authors:
Blume
Source:
ksu
Year:
1851
Citation Micro:
Mus. Bot. 1: 327 (1851)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000465821
Common Names
- Phoebe holosericea
- Holosericea Phoebe
- Holosericea Plant
Description
Phoebe holosericea (also called 'Silky Phoebe', among many other common names) is a small tree with leaves that range from 5-15 cm in length. It is native to the tropical regions of Southeast Asia, including India, Indonesia, and the Philippines. It is found in moist, shady habitats such as tropical forests and riverbanks.
Uses & Benefits
Phoebe holosericea is used as an ornamental plant and for its medicinal properties. It is used to treat fever, coughs, and skin ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Phoebe holosericea has small white flowers with yellow anthers. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single cotyledon.
Cultivation and Propagation
Phoebe holosericea is a shrub or small tree that can be grown from seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be propagated from cuttings taken in late spring or early summer. The cuttings should be taken from the current season's growth and planted in a moist, well-draining potting mix. The cuttings should be kept moist and in a warm, bright location until they are well-rooted.
Where to Find Phoebe holosericea
Phoebe holosericea is native to the tropical forests of Central and South America.
Phoebe holosericea FAQ
What is the scientific name of Phoebe holosericea?
Phoebe holosericea
What is the family of Phoebe holosericea?
Lauraceae
What are the common names of Phoebe holosericea?
Woolly Phoebe
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,