Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Magnoliales
Family:
Species:
splendens
ID:
394314

Status:
valid

Authors:
Miq.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1865

Citation Micro:
Ann. Mus. Bot. Lugduno-Batavi 2: 40 (1865)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000393646



Common Names

  • Splendens Satinwood
  • Splendens Phaeanthus
  • Splendens Polyalthia


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Description

Phaeanthus splendens (also called Splendid Phaeanthus, among many other common names) is a perennial shrub native to China and Vietnam. It is found in forests, grasslands, and along roadsides. The plant has large, oval-shaped leaves and small, white flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Phaeanthus splendens has been used in traditional medicine for treating fever and other ailments. It is also used as a dye and for making baskets and mats.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Phaeanthus splendens are white, bell-shaped and have five petals. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with a few leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Phaeanthus splendens is a tropical evergreen shrub that grows to a height of 8-10 feet. It prefers full sun to partial shade and requires well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a warm, moist environment and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from semi-ripe wood and rooted in a moist, well-drained medium.

Where to Find Phaeanthus splendens

Phaeanthus splendens is native to India and can be found in the Eastern Himalayas and the Western Ghats.

Phaeanthus splendens FAQ

What is the scientific name of Phaeanthus splendens?

Phaeanthus splendens

What is the common name of Phaeanthus splendens?

Splendid Phaeanthus

Where is Phaeanthus splendens native to?

India, Nepal, and Sri Lanka

Species in the Annonaceae family

Afroguatteria bequaertii, Afroguatteria globosa, Afroguatteria discostigma, Alphonsea boniana, Alphonsea curtisii, Alphonsea cylindrica, Alphonsea elliptica, Alphonsea gaudichaudiana, Alphonsea hainanensis, Alphonsea havilandii, Alphonsea hortensis, Alphonsea javanica, Alphonsea johorensis, Alphonsea keithii, Alphonsea kinabaluensis, Alphonsea kingii, Alphonsea lucida, Alphonsea lutea, Alphonsea maingayi, Alphonsea malayana, Alphonsea mollis, Alphonsea monogyna, Alphonsea orthopetala, Alphonsea ovata, Alphonsea papuasica, Alphonsea philastreana, Alphonsea siamensis, Alphonsea sonlaensis, Alphonsea stenogyna, Alphonsea tonquinensis, Alphonsea tsangyanensis, Alphonsea ventricosa, Alphonsea zeylanica, Alphonsea borneensis, Alphonsea rugosa, Alphonsea glandulosa, Alphonsea pallida, Alphonsea annulata, Alphonsea isthmicola, Alphonsea longicarpa, Alphonsea phuwuaensis, Ambavia capuronii, Ambavia gerrardii, Anaxagorea acuminata, Anaxagorea allenii, Anaxagorea angustifolia, Anaxagorea borneensis, Anaxagorea brachycarpa, Anaxagorea brevipedicellata, Anaxagorea brevipes,

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