Pellionia mollissima - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Rosales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
mollissima
ID:
1326912
Status:
valid
Authors:
W.T.Wang
Source:
ipni
Year:
2014
Citation Micro:
Guihaia 34: 1 (2014)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001339366
Common Names
- Pellionia mollissima
- Mollissima Pellionia
- Mountain Pellionia
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Pellionia mollissima (also called Soft Pellionia, among many other common names) is a perennial plant native to Asia. It has a trailing habit and can reach up to 0.5 meters in height. It prefers moist, shady habitats and is commonly found in temperate forests.
Uses & Benefits
Pellionia mollissima is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used medicinally to treat various ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Pellionia mollissima is a white, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is small and black, and the seedlings are small and have a single leaf.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Pellionia mollissima is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun to partial shade and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -10°C. It can be propagated by seed or division.
Where to Find Pellionia mollissima
Pellionia mollissima is native to South America, and can be found in the wild in Argentina, Bolivia, Chile, and Peru.
Pellionia mollissima FAQ
What is the scientific name of Pellionia mollissima?
Pellionia mollissima
What type of environment does Pellionia mollissima prefer?
Pellionia mollissima prefers humid, tropical environments.
What type of soil does Pellionia mollissima need?
Pellionia mollissima needs well-draining, acidic soil.
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
Wen Tsai Wang (b.1926): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'W.T.Wang' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:77139051-1: Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.