Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
subcoronata
ID:
725981

Status:
valid

Authors:
N.Tanaka

Source:
wcs

Year:
2000

Citation Micro:
Acta Phytotax. Geobot. 50: 149 (1999 publ. 2000)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000725314



Common Names

  • Peliosanthes Subcoronata
  • Subcoronata Peliosanthes
  • Subcoronata Hoya


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Description

Peliosanthes subcoronata (also called Crown Lily, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Asparagaceae family. It is native to Southeast Asia, and is found in tropical and subtropical forests. It is a perennial herb with thick, waxy, dark green leaves and clusters of small, fragrant, star-shaped flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Peliosanthes subcoronata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used for medicinal purposes, such as treating fever, colds, and headaches.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Peliosanthes subcoronata is star-shaped with five petals, and is white or pink in color. The seed is round and black in color. The seedlings are small and round.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Peliosanthes subcoronata is a tropical plant that is easy to cultivate and propagate. It prefers a warm, humid climate and can be propagated through stem cuttings. It should be planted in a well-draining soil mix and should be kept moist but not soggy. It should be fertilized regularly during the growing season and should be protected from extreme temperatures.

Where to Find Peliosanthes subcoronata

Peliosanthes subcoronata is native to tropical regions of Southeast Asia, such as Thailand, Myanmar, and Vietnam.

Peliosanthes subcoronata FAQ

What is the common name of Peliosanthes subcoronata?

Subcoronata Lily

What type of soil is best for Peliosanthes subcoronata?

Well-draining, slightly acidic soil with plenty of organic matter

How much light does Peliosanthes subcoronata need?

Bright, indirect light

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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-285425: Based on the initial data import
Noriyuki Tanaka (b.1950): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'N.Tanaka' in the authors string.