Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Rosales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
sonneratii
ID:
473683

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Poir.) Wedd.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1869

Citation Micro:
Prodr. 16(1): 235(37) (1869)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000473015

Common Names

  • Sonneratii Phenax
  • Phenax Sonneratii
  • Sonneratii Plant

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Synonyms

  • Urtica blitum Salzm. ex Wedd. [invalid]
  • Urtica semiserrata Sm. ex Wedd. [unknown]
  • Pouzolzia sonneratii (Poir.) Gaudich. [unknown]
  • Procris sonneratii (Poir.) Spreng. [unknown]
  • Phenax vulgaris Wedd. [superfluous]
  • Phenax pentandrus Blume [unknown]
  • Parietaria sonneratii Poir. [unknown]
  • Boehmeria elongata Fisch. ex J.Jacq. [unknown]
  • Boehmeria vialis Casar. ex Wedd. [invalid]
  • Gesnouinia boehmerioides Miq. [unknown]
  • Gymnogyne elongata (Fisch. ex J.Jacq.) Didr. [unknown]
  • Boehmeria elongata Fisch. ex Hornem. [unknown]
  • Pouzolzia conulifera Friis & Jellis [unknown]
  • Phenax sonneratii angustifolius Wedd. [unknown]
  • Phenax sonneratii mycrophylla Mattos [unknown]
  • Urtica ulmifolia Vahl ex Wedd. [invalid]

Description

Phenax sonneratii (also called Sonnerat's Phenax, among many other common names) is an evergreen perennial plant native to Central America. It is a low-growing, creeping plant with small, round, scalloped leaves that are usually green, but can also be variegated. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and partial shade.

Uses & Benefits

Phenax sonneratii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used as a groundcover in shady areas.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Phenax sonneratii has small, white flowers and small, black seeds. The seedlings are small and have a greenish-gray color.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Phenax sonneratii is a perennial plant that can be propagated by division or by seed. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and full sun to partial shade. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures as low as -10°C (14°F). It can be grown in containers or in the ground.

Where to Find Phenax sonneratii

Phenax sonneratii is native to the tropical rainforests of Central and South America. It can be found in nurseries and garden centers in tropical climates.

Phenax sonneratii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Phenax sonneratii?

Phenax sonneratii

What type of plant is Phenax sonneratii?

A perennial herb

Where is Phenax sonneratii found?

It is found in Central and South America

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

Jean Louis Marie Poiret (1755-1834): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Poir.' in the authors string.
Hugh Algernon Weddell (1819-1877): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Wedd.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:855182-1: Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.