Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
minahassae
ID:
1412606

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Schltr.) Schuit., Y.P.Ng & H.A.Pedersen

Source:
wcvp

Year:
2018

Citation Micro:
Bot. J. Linn. Soc. 186(2): 197. 2018

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001425071

Common Names

  • Pinalia minahassae
  • Minahassae Pinalia
  • Minahassae Spicebush

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Description

Pinalia minahassae (also called Minahassa Pinalia, among many other common names) is a small, evergreen shrub native to the tropical and subtropical regions of Southeast Asia. It grows in moist, shady areas, often near streams and other bodies of water.

Uses & Benefits

Pinalia minahassae is a species of flowering plant in the family Myrtaceae. It is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of food for birds and other wildlife.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Pinalia minahassae has white flowers with four petals and yellow anthers. Its seeds are small, dark brown and oval in shape. Its seedlings have oval-shaped leaves with pointed tips.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pinalia minahassae can be propagated by division or by seed. Division is best done in spring, when the plant is actively growing. Seeds should be sown in a light, well-drained soil mix and kept at a temperature of around 18-21°C. Germination usually takes around 2-3 weeks.

Where to Find Pinalia minahassae

Pinalia minahassae is native to the Sulawesi region of Indonesia. It can be found in the provinces of North Sulawesi and Gorontalo.

Pinalia minahassae FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pinalia minahassae?

Pinalia minahassae

What is the common name of Pinalia minahassae?

Minahassa Pinalia

What is the natural habitat of Pinalia minahassae?

Tropical rainforests of Southeast Asia

Species in the Pinalia genus

Pinalia acervata, Pinalia acutifolia, Pinalia amica, Pinalia appendiculata, Pinalia bicolor, Pinalia bipunctata, Pinalia bractescens, Pinalia concolor, Pinalia dasypus, Pinalia elata, Pinalia erecta, Pinalia eriopsidobulbon, Pinalia excavata, Pinalia fitzalanii, Pinalia flavescens, Pinalia floribunda, Pinalia graminifolia, Pinalia leucantha, Pinalia lineata, Pinalia maingayi, Pinalia merguensis, Pinalia multiflora, Pinalia myristiciformis, Pinalia mysorensis, Pinalia obesa, Pinalia pachystachya, Pinalia polystachya, Pinalia polyura, Pinalia profusa, Pinalia pumila, Pinalia recurvata, Pinalia reticosa, Pinalia rimannii, Pinalia ringens, Pinalia saccifera, Pinalia tricolor, Pinalia rhynchostyloides, Pinalia barbifrons, Pinalia carnicolor, Pinalia compacta, Pinalia curranii, Pinalia cylindrostachya, Pinalia dagamensis, Pinalia densa, Pinalia hutchinsoniana, Pinalia jarensis, Pinalia longicruris, Pinalia longilabris, Pinalia lyonii, Pinalia macera,

Species in the Orchidaceae family

Aa fiebrigii, Aa hartwegii, Aa hieronymi, Aa leucantha, Aa lorentzii, Aa macra, Aa achalensis, Aa maderoi, Aa mandonii, Aa matthewsii, Aa microtidis, Aa paleacea, Aa argyrolepis, Aa riobambae, Aa rosei, Aa schickendanzii, Aa sphaeroglossa, Aa trilobulata, Aa weddelliana, Aa aurantiaca, Aa calceata, Aa colombiana, Aa denticulata, Aa erosa, Aa figueroi, Aa lozanoi, Aa lehmannii, Acampe carinata, Acampe cephalotes, Acampe ochracea, Acampe pachyglossa, Acampe praemorsa, Acampe joiceyana, Acampe hulae, Acanthophippium bicolor, Acanthophippium chrysoglossum, Acanthophippium curtisii, Acanthophippium eburneum, Acanthophippium gougahense, Acanthophippium javanicum, Acanthophippium lilacinum, Acanthophippium mantinianum, Acanthophippium parviflorum, Acanthophippium pictum, Acanthophippium splendidum, Acanthophippium striatum, Acanthophippium sylhetense, Acanthophippium curtisii, Achlydosa glandulosa, Acianthera aculeata,

References

Rudolf Schlechter (1872-1925): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Schltr.' in the authors string.
André Schuiteman (b.1960): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Schuit.' in the authors string.
Henrik Ærenlund Pedersen (b.1966): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.A.Pedersen' in the authors string.
Yan Peng Ng: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Y.P.Ng' in the authors string.