Status:
valid
Authors:
Aver. & N.Tanaka
Source:
ipni
Year:
2013
Citation Micro:
Taiwania 58: 237 (2013)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001337777
Common Names
- Peliosanthes cambodiana
- Peliosanthes
- Cambodiana
Description
Peliosanthes cambodiana (also called Cambodian Peliosanthes, among many other common names) is an herbaceous perennial that grows up to 30 cm tall. It is native to Cambodia and Vietnam. It grows in moist forests, as well as in disturbed areas.
Uses & Benefits
Peliosanthes cambodiana is used in traditional medicine to treat fever, headaches, and stomachaches. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Peliosanthes cambodiana has white flowers with yellow stripes. The seeds are small and black and the seedlings have long, narrow leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Peliosanthes cambodiana is a perennial that can be propagated by division of the clumps in spring or autumn. It prefers a sunny position in well-drained soil. Plant the divisions in a shallow trench and cover with soil. Water well and keep the soil moist during the growing season.
Where to Find Peliosanthes cambodiana
Peliosanthes cambodiana is native to Cambodia. It can be found in lowland and montane forests.
Peliosanthes cambodiana FAQ
What is the scientific name of Peliosanthes cambodiana?
Peliosanthes cambodiana
What is the family of Peliosanthes cambodiana?
Asparagaceae
Where is Peliosanthes cambodiana found?
Cambodia
Species in the Peliosanthes genus
Peliosanthes macrophylla,
Peliosanthes macrostegia,
Peliosanthes violacea,
Peliosanthes ophiopogonoides,
Peliosanthes curnberlegii,
Peliosanthes kaoi,
Peliosanthes yunnanensis,
Peliosanthes sinica,
Peliosanthes griffithii,
Peliosanthes teta,
Peliosanthes dehongensis,
Peliosanthes sessilis,
Peliosanthes gracilipes,
Peliosanthes subcoronata,
Peliosanthes pachystachya,
Peliosanthes divaricatanthera,
Peliosanthes weberi,
Peliosanthes caesia,
Peliosanthes reflexa,
Peliosanthes irinae,
Peliosanthes argenteostriata,
Peliosanthes nivea,
Peliosanthes nutans,
Peliosanthes retroflexa,
Peliosanthes minutiflora,
Peliosanthes brevicoronata,
Peliosanthes cambodiana,
Peliosanthes triandra,
Peliosanthes micrantha,
Peliosanthes densiflora,
Peliosanthes hexagona,
Peliosanthes aperta,
Peliosanthes elegans,
Peliosanthes kenhillii,
Peliosanthes separata,
Peliosanthes inaperta,
Peliosanthes kenhilloides,
Peliosanthes splendens,
Species in the Asparagaceae family
Acanthocarpus canaliculatus,
Acanthocarpus humilis,
Acanthocarpus parviflorus,
Acanthocarpus preissii,
Acanthocarpus robustus,
Acanthocarpus rupestris,
Acanthocarpus verticillatus,
Agave acicularis,
Agave acklinicola,
Agave ajoensis,
Agave aktites,
Agave albescens,
Agave albomarginata,
Agave americana,
Agave angustiarum,
Agave angustifolia,
Agave anomala,
Agave antillarum,
Agave apedicellata,
Agave applanata,
Agave arizonica,
Agave arubensis,
Agave asperrima,
Agave atrovirens,
Agave attenuata,
Agave aurea,
Agave avellanidens,
Agave bahamana,
Agave bicolor,
Agave boldinghiana,
Agave bovicornuta,
Agave braceana,
Agave bracteosa,
Agave brevipetala,
Agave brevispina,
Agave brittoniana,
Agave brunnea,
Agave bulliana,
Agave cacozela,
Agave cajalbanensis,
Agave calodonta,
Agave capensis,
Agave caribaeicola,
Agave cerulata,
Agave chamelensis,
Agave chiapensis,
Agave chrysantha,
Agave chrysoglossa,
Agave cocui,
Agave collina,