Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Laurales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
petelotii
ID:
1558442

Status:
valid

Authors:
Kosterm. ex H.H.Pham

Source:
rhakhis

Year:
1991

Citation Micro:
Unknown Publ. 1991

WFO Identifier:
wfo-1000036253


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Description

Phoebe petelotii (also called Petelot's Phoebe, among many other common names) is a species of evergreen shrub native to Taiwan. It grows in moist forests and can reach heights of up to 4 meters. Its leaves are elliptic-oblong and its bark is grayish-brown. Its flowers are white and its fruits are globose capsules.

Uses & Benefits

Phoebe petelotii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating digestive problems.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Phoebe petelotii has small, white, star-shaped flowers that are borne in clusters. The seeds are small, round and black. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Phoebe petelotii is a tropical evergreen tree that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and full sun. It is tolerant of drought and can tolerate some shade. It can be pruned to maintain a desired shape and size.

Where to Find Phoebe petelotii

Phoebe petelotii is native to China and can be found in the provinces of Fujian, Guangdong, Guangxi, and Yunnan.

Phoebe petelotii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Phoebe petelotii?

Phoebe petelotii

What is the family of Phoebe petelotii?

Lauraceae

What is the native range of Phoebe petelotii?

China

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,