Status:
valid
Authors:
Vislobokov
Source:
ipni
Year:
2016
Citation Micro:
Phytotaxa 275: 186 (2016)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001346591
Common Names
- Peliosanthes separata
- Separata Peliosanthes
- Separatian Peliosanthes
Description
Peliosanthes separata (also called Separated Peliosanthes, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Central Asia. It has a basal rosette of leaves and small, yellow-green flowers. It grows in grassland, savanna, and shrubland habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Peliosanthes separata is a popular ornamental plant, often used in gardens and parks. It is also known to have anti-inflammatory and anti-bacterial properties, and is used in traditional Chinese medicine.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Peliosanthes separata are small, yellowish-green, and have five petals. The seeds are small, round, and black. The seedlings are thin and have a single, long stem.
Cultivation and Propagation
Peliosanthes separata is a perennial herbaceous plant that is native to China. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. It is best grown in a sheltered location and should be protected from strong winds. It can be grown in containers or in the ground. It should be watered regularly and fertilized every few weeks with a balanced fertilizer.
Where to Find Peliosanthes separata
Peliosanthes separata is native to China and can be found in the provinces of Guangdong, Guangxi, and Yunnan.
Peliosanthes separata FAQ
What is the scientific name of Peliosanthes separata?
Peliosanthes separata
What is the common name of Peliosanthes separata?
Separated Peliosanthes
What is the natural habitat of Peliosanthes separata?
Tropical and subtropical moist forests
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,