Pancratium nairii - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
nairii
ID:
1325996
Status:
valid
Authors:
Sasikala & Reema Kumari
Source:
ipni
Year:
2013
Citation Micro:
Indian J. Forest. 36: 543 (2013)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001338450
Common Names
- Nair's Pancratium
- Nair's Sea Daffodil
- Pancratium nairii
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Pancratium nairii (also called Nair's Pancratium, among many other common names) is an aquatic plant native to India. It has long, thin leaves and white, star-shaped flowers. It is found in shallow, freshwater habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Pancratium nairii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and is also used in traditional medicine.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The Pancratium nairii flower is a small, white, tubular flower with a diameter of 0.2-0.4 inches. Its seeds are small, dark brown, and have a smooth surface. The seedlings are slender and have a light green color.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Pancratium nairii can be propagated from stem cuttings. Take a stem cutting and allow it to dry for a few days before planting in a well-draining potting mix. Keep the soil moist and provide bright, indirect light.
Where to Find Pancratium nairii
Pancratium nairii can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of India.
Pancratium nairii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Pancratium nairii?
Pancratium nairii
What is the common name of Pancratium nairii?
Nair's Pancratium
What is the natural habitat of Pancratium nairii?
Pancratium nairii is found in tropical forests of India and Southeast Asia
Species in the Pancratium genus
Pancratium canariense, Pancratium centrale, Pancratium biflorum, Pancratium arabicum, Pancratium illyricum, Pancratium donaldi, Pancratium foetidum, Pancratium verecundum, Pancratium landesii, Pancratium zeylanicum, Pancratium parvicoronatum, Pancratium parvum, Pancratium longiflorum, Pancratium maritimum, Pancratium maximum, Pancratium trianthum, Pancratium tenuifolium, Pancratium tortuosum, Pancratium triflorum, Pancratium sickenbergeri, Pancratium st-mariae, Pancratium sanctae-mariae, Pancratium nairii,
Species in the Amaryllidaceae family
Acis autumnalis, Acis longifolia, Acis rosea, Acis trichophylla, Acis fabrei, Acis nicaeensis, Acis tingitana, Acis trichophylla, Acis valentina, Acis ionica, Agapanthus africanus, Agapanthus campanulatus, Agapanthus caulescens, Agapanthus coddii, Agapanthus inapertus, Agapanthus praecox, Agapanthus walshii, Allium aaseae, Allium abramsii, Allium acidoides, Allium aciphyllum, Allium acuminatum, Allium acutiflorum, Allium aegilicum, Allium affine, Allium afghanicum, Allium aflatunense, Allium agrigentinum, Allium akaka, Allium alabasicum, Allium alaicum, Allium albiflorum, Allium albotunicatum, Allium albovianum, Allium alexandrae, Allium alexeianum, Allium alibile, Allium alpinarii, Allium altaicum, Allium altissimum, Allium altyncolicum, Allium amethystinum, Allium ampeloprasum, Allium amphibolum, Allium amplectens, Allium anacoleum, Allium anatolicum, Allium anceps, Allium angulosum, Allium anisopodium,
References
K. Sasikala: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Sasikala' in the authors string.
M. Reema Kumari: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Reema Kumari' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:77136535-1: Based on the initial data import