Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
sumatrana
ID:
63553

Status:
valid

Authors:
Tjitr.

Source:
gcc

Year:
2002

Citation Micro:
Reinwardtia 12(1): 126 (2002) (2002)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000062882



Common Names

  • Sumatran Prenanthes
  • Sumatran Rattlesnake Root
  • Sumatran Lettuce


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Description

Prenanthes sumatrana (also called Sumatran lettuce, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant of the Asteraceae family. It has a basal rosette of leaves and a single stem with a terminal inflorescence. It is native to Southeast Asia and is found in dry, rocky habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Prenanthes sumatrana is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Prenanthes sumatrana has small, white flowers with five petals. The seeds are small, black, and round. The seedlings are small and have two cotyledons.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Prenanthes sumatrana is a perennial plant that is best propagated by division. It can be grown from seed, but this is a slow process. The plant prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It should be watered regularly and fertilized every few weeks during the growing season.

Where to Find Prenanthes sumatrana

Prenanthes sumatrana can be found in the tropical and subtropical regions of Asia.

Prenanthes sumatrana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Prenanthes sumatrana?

Prenanthes sumatrana

What type of plant is Prenanthes sumatrana?

It is a perennial herb

What is the natural habitat of Prenanthes sumatrana?

It is native to Southeast Asia

Species in the Asteraceae family

Aaronsohnia pubescens, Aaronsohnia factorovskyi, Abrotanella filiformis, Abrotanella rostrata, Abrotanella linearis, Abrotanella trilobata, Abrotanella muscosa, Abrotanella inconspicua, Abrotanella trichoachaenia, Abrotanella caespitosa, Abrotanella nivigena, Abrotanella pusilla, Abrotanella linearifolia, Abrotanella papuana, Abrotanella rosulata, Abrotanella emarginata, Abrotanella fertilis, Abrotanella spathulata, Abrotanella purpurea, Abrotanella patearoa, Abrotanella submarginata, Abrotanella diemii, Abrotanella scapigera, Abrotanella forsterioides, Acamptopappus shockleyi, Acamptopappus sphaerocephalus, Acanthocephalus benthamianus, Acanthocephalus amplexifolius, Acanthocladium dockeri, Acanthodesmos distichus, Acanthodesmos gibarensis, Acanthospermum humile, Acanthospermum consobrinum, Acanthospermum glabratum, Acanthospermum microcarpum, Acanthospermum hispidum, Acanthospermum australe, Acanthospermum lecocarpoides, Acanthostyles buniifolius, Acanthostyles saucechicoensis, Achillea buiana, Achillea conrathii, Achillea cucullata, Achillea styriaca, Achillea clavennae, Achillea cappadocica, Achillea huber-morathii, Achillea ptarmicoides, Achillea sieheana, Achillea barrelieri,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record gcc-19874: Based on the initial data import
Sri S. Tjitrosoedirdjo: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Tjitr.' in the authors string.