Prismatomeris khoonmengiana - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
khoonmengiana
ID:
1329346
Status:
valid
Authors:
Y.W.Low
Source:
ipni
Year:
2015
Citation Micro:
Pl. Ecol. Evol. 148: 135 (2015)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001341800
Common Names
- Prismatomeris khoonmengiana
- Khoonmengiana Prismatomeris
- Khoonmengiana
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Prismatomeris khoonmengiana (also called Khoon Meng's Prismatomeris, among many other common names) is a species of shrub native to Thailand. It has leathery, dark green leaves and produces small white flowers in the summer. It grows in moist, shady forests.
Uses & Benefits
Prismatomeris khoonmengiana is a popular ornamental plant, used in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Prismatomeris khoonmengiana is a white-pinkish color with a yellow center. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedling is a small, green plant with a single stem and two leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Prismatomeris khoonmengiana is a tropical perennial that can be grown in USDA hardiness zones 10-11. It prefers partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is usually done by division of the rhizomes in spring or summer.
Where to Find Prismatomeris khoonmengiana
Prismatomeris khoonmengiana can be found in the tropical and subtropical regions of Southeast Asia.
Prismatomeris khoonmengiana FAQ
What is the scientific name of Prismatomeris khoonmengiana?
Prismatomeris khoonmengiana
What type of plant is Prismatomeris khoonmengiana?
Herb
Where is Prismatomeris khoonmengiana native to?
Thailand
Species in the Prismatomeris genus
Prismatomeris albidiflora, Prismatomeris beccariana, Prismatomeris brachypus, Prismatomeris filamentosa, Prismatomeris fragrans, Prismatomeris glabra, Prismatomeris griffithii, Prismatomeris javanica, Prismatomeris kinabaluensis, Prismatomeris memecyloides, Prismatomeris mollis, Prismatomeris obtusifolia, Prismatomeris robusta, Prismatomeris sessiliflora, Prismatomeris tetrandra, Prismatomeris khoonmengiana, Prismatomeris borneensis,
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
Yee Wen Low (b.1981): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Y.W.Low' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:77145806-1: Based on the initial data import