Phialanthus alainii - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
alainii
ID:
838431
Status:
valid
Authors:
Borhidi
Source:
wcs
Year:
2008
Citation Micro:
Acta Bot. Hung. 50: 278 (2008)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000837766
Common Names
- Phialanthus alainii
- Alainii Phialanthus
- Alainii's Phialanthus
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Phialanthus alainii (also called Alain's phialanthus, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Arecaceae family. It is native to Madagascar and is found in humid forests. It is a small palm with a single stem, reaching a height of 2–3 m. The leaves are pinnate, with leaflets arranged in a single plane.
Uses & Benefits
Phialanthus alainii is a plant that is used in traditional medicine to treat fever, malaria, and diarrhea. It is also used as an ornamental plant for its attractive foliage.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Phialanthus alainii is a small, white, bell-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, yellow-green in color, and have a single pair of leaves.
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Phialanthus alainii is an easy-to-grow plant that prefers bright, indirect light and well-draining soil. It can be propagated by division or by seed.
Where to Find Phialanthus alainii
Phialanthus alainii is native to the tropical rainforests of Madagascar.
Phialanthus alainii FAQ
What is the optimal light level for Phialanthus alainii?
Phialanthus alainii prefers bright, indirect light.
What type of soil should be used for Phialanthus alainii?
Phialanthus alainii prefers a well-draining, peat-based soil.
How often should Phialanthus alainii be watered?
Phialanthus alainii should be watered when the top inch of soil is dry.
Species in the Phialanthus genus
Phialanthus acunae, Phialanthus ellipticus, Phialanthus glaberrimus, Phialanthus grandifolius, Phialanthus guantanamensis, Phialanthus hispaniolae, Phialanthus inflatus, Phialanthus jamaicensis, Phialanthus linearis, Phialanthus macrocalyx, Phialanthus macrostemon, Phialanthus marianus, Phialanthus myrtilloides, Phialanthus oblongatus, Phialanthus parvifolius, Phialanthus peduncularis, Phialanthus resinifluus, Phialanthus revolutus, Phialanthus rigidus, Phialanthus stillans, Phialanthus alainii, Phialanthus bissei,
Species in the Rubiaceae family
Acranthera abbreviata, Acranthera anamallica, Acranthera athroophlebia, Acranthera atropella, Acranthera aurantiaca, Acranthera axilliflora, Acranthera bullata, Acranthera capitata, Acranthera ceylanica, Acranthera didymocarpa, Acranthera endertii, Acranthera frutescens, Acranthera grandiflora, Acranthera hallieri, Acranthera hirtostipula, Acranthera involucrata, Acranthera johannis-winkleri, Acranthera lanceolata, Acranthera longipes, Acranthera longipetiolata, Acranthera maculata, Acranthera megaphylla, Acranthera monantha, Acranthera nieuwenhuisii, Acranthera ophiorhizoides, Acranthera parviflora, Acranthera philippensis, Acranthera ruttenii, Acranthera salmonea, Acranthera siamensis, Acranthera siliquosa, Acranthera simalurensis, Acranthera sinensis, Acranthera strigosa, Acranthera tomentosa, Acranthera variegata, Acranthera velutinervia, Acranthera yatesii, Acranthera philippinensis, Acranthera burmanica, Acranthera virescens, Acranthera hoangii, Acranthera collina, Acrobotrys discolor, Acrosynanthus jamaicensis, Acrosynanthus latifolius, Acrosynanthus minor, Acrosynanthus ovatus, Acrosynanthus parvifolius, Acrosynanthus revolutus,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-375061: Based on the initial data import
Attila Borhidi (b.1932): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Borhidi' in the authors string.