Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Laurales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
tenuifolia
ID:
466693

Status:
valid

Authors:
Kosterm.

Source:
ksu

Year:
1974

Citation Micro:
Reinwardtia 9: 114 (1974)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000466025

Common Names

  • Phoebe tenuifolia
  • Slender-leaved Phoebe
  • Slender-leaved Phoebe Fern

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Description

Phoebe tenuifolia (also called Slender-leaved Phoebe, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Lauraceae. It is an evergreen tree that grows up to 15 meters tall, with oblong leaves that are up to 10 centimeters long. It is native to the tropical regions of South America, and is typically found in wet forest habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Phoebe tenuifolia is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used to make traditional medicines for treating skin diseases and wounds.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Phoebe tenuifolia are small, white and star-shaped. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are thin and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Phoebe tenuifolia is a tropical evergreen tree that is native to Mexico and Central America. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It prefers a well-drained soil and should be kept moist. It can be grown in full sun or partial shade.

Where to Find Phoebe tenuifolia

Phoebe tenuifolia is native to the tropical rainforests of Central and South America. It can be found in nurseries and online retailers that specialize in tropical plants.

Phoebe tenuifolia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Phoebe tenuifolia?

Phoebe tenuifolia

What is the common name of Phoebe tenuifolia?

Slender-leaved Phoebe

What type of plant is Phoebe tenuifolia?

Evergreen shrub

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,