Pellionia fruticosa - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Rosales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
fruticosa
ID:
473595
Status:
valid
Authors:
Ridl.
Source:
ksu
Year:
1916
Citation Micro:
Trans. Linn. Soc. London, Bot. 9: 152 (1916)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000472927
Common Names
- Pellionia fruticosa
- Bushy Pellionia
- Bushy Chain of Hearts
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Pellionia fruticosa (also called Shrubby Pellionia, among many other common names) is a perennial herb that grows up to 60 cm tall. It has white flowers and is native to Southeast Asia, including Thailand, Malaysia, and Indonesia. It is found in forests, woodlands, and other shaded habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Pellionia fruticosa is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used to treat skin diseases, digestive disorders, and fever.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Pellionia fruticosa has small, yellow flowers with four petals. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and green.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Pellionia fruticosa is a low-growing, evergreen, perennial plant. It can be propagated by division or cuttings. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and partial shade. It is best grown in temperatures between 60-75°F (15-24°C).
Where to Find Pellionia fruticosa
Pellionia fruticosa is native to Southeast Asia and can be found in moist, shady forests.
Pellionia fruticosa FAQ
What is the scientific name of Pellionia fruticosa?
Pellionia fruticosa
What type of plant is Pellionia fruticosa?
Tropical perennial
Where is Pellionia fruticosa native to?
Southeast Asia
Species in the Pellionia genus
Pellionia sumatrana, Pellionia thorelii, Pellionia tonkinensis, Pellionia fruticosa, Pellionia pauciflora, Pellionia longipetiolata, Pellionia cephaloidea, Pellionia elatostemoides, Pellionia ronganensis, Pellionia donglanensis, Pellionia longzhouensis, Pellionia tsoongii, Pellionia retrohispida, Pellionia subundulata, Pellionia minima, Pellionia paucidentata, Pellionia griffithiana, Pellionia viridis, Pellionia funingensis, Pellionia pellucida, Pellionia brachyceras, Pellionia annamica, Pellionia mollissima, Pellionia tritepala, Pellionia calcifera, Pellionia laibinensis, Pellionia simianschanica,
Species in the Urticaceae family
Archiboehmeria atrata, Astrothalamus reticulatus, Australina flaccida, Australina pusilla, Australina pusilla, Boehmeria aspera, Boehmeria balslevii, Boehmeria beyeri, Boehmeria brevirostris, Boehmeria bullata, Boehmeria burgeriana, Boehmeria caudata, Boehmeria celtidifolia, Boehmeria clidemioides, Boehmeria conica, Boehmeria cylindrica, Boehmeria densiflora, Boehmeria depauperata, Boehmeria didymogyne, Boehmeria dura, Boehmeria egregia, Boehmeria excelsa, Boehmeria grandis, Boehmeria hamiltoniana, Boehmeria helferi, Boehmeria heterophylla, Boehmeria holosericea, Boehmeria japonica, Boehmeria kiusiana, Boehmeria kurzii, Boehmeria lanceolata, Boehmeria martii, Boehmeria multiflora, Boehmeria nakashimae, Boehmeria nivea, Boehmeria ourantha, Boehmeria pavonii, Boehmeria penduliflora, Boehmeria pilosiuscula, Boehmeria platanifolia, Boehmeria polystachya, Boehmeria radiata, Boehmeria ramiflora, Boehmeria repens, Boehmeria rugosissima, Boehmeria siamensis, Boehmeria sieboldiana, Boehmeria spicigera, Boehmeria splitgerbera, Boehmeria ternifolia,
References
Henry Nicholas Ridley (1855-1956): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ridl.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:855034-1: Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.