Status:
valid
Authors:
S.Moore
Source:
ksu
Year:
1925
Citation Micro:
J. Bot. 63(Suppl.): 113 (1925)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000472863
Common Names
- Pellionia Sumatrana
- Sumatrana Pellionia
- Sumatran Pellionia
Description
Pellionia sumatrana (also called Sumatran 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 sumatrana 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 sumatrana has small, white flowers that bloom in the summer. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are thin and feathery.
Cultivation and Propagation
Pellionia sumatrana is a tropical plant that is native to Asia. It can be propagated by cuttings or by seed. Cuttings should be taken from non-flowering shoots and planted in a well-drained soil mix. Seeds should be planted in a moist, well-drained soil mix and kept in a warm, humid environment. The plant prefers partial shade and should be watered regularly.
Where to Find Pellionia sumatrana
Pellionia sumatrana is native to Sumatra and can be found in moist, shady forests.
Pellionia sumatrana FAQ
What is the optimal temperature for Pellionia sumatrana?
Pellionia sumatrana prefers temperatures between 65-80 degrees Fahrenheit.
What is the optimal light level for Pellionia sumatrana?
Pellionia sumatrana prefers bright, indirect light.
What is the optimal humidity level for Pellionia sumatrana?
Pellionia sumatrana prefers a humidity level of 50-70%.
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,