Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Species:
ionolaena
ID:
837252

Status:
valid

Authors:
(K.Schum.) Kårehed & B.Bremer

Source:
wcs

Year:
2007

Citation Micro:
Taxon 56: 1076 (2007)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000836587

Common Names

  • Phyllopentas ionolaena
  • Ionolaena Phyllopentas
  • Ionolaena Phyllopentas

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Description

Phyllopentas ionolaena (also called Phyllopentas ionolaena, among many other common names) is a small, evergreen shrub native to Southeast Asia. It is characterized by its small, white flowers and its oval-shaped, green leaves. It is found in humid, tropical regions, such as in the rainforest understory.

Uses & Benefits

Phyllopentas ionolaena is used as an ornamental plant due to its attractive foliage and showy flowers.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Phyllopentas ionolaena is white and has five petals. The seed is small and round, and the seedlings are thin and have long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Phyllopentas ionolaena can be propagated from seed or by division of the rhizomes. It prefers a well-drained soil in a sunny position. It is drought tolerant and can be grown in a container.

Where to Find Phyllopentas ionolaena

Phyllopentas ionolaena can be found in the tropical regions of South America.

Phyllopentas ionolaena FAQ

What is the scientific name of Phyllopentas ionolaena?

Phyllopentas ionolaena

What type of plant is Phyllopentas ionolaena?

Herb

Where is Phyllopentas ionolaena native to?

South America

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-373875: Based on the initial data import
Karl Moritz Schumann (1851-1904): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'K.Schum.' in the authors string.
Birgitta Bremer (b.1950): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'B.Bremer' in the authors string.
Jesper Kårehed (b.1971): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kårehed' in the authors string.