Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Commelinales
Genus:
Species:
subumbellata
ID:
501262

Status:
valid

Authors:
C.B.Clarke

Source:
wcs

Year:
1871

Citation Micro:
J. Linn. Soc., Bot. 11: 451 (1871)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000500594



Common Names

  • Pollia Subumbellata
  • Pollia Subumbellata Putih
  • Pollia Subumbellata Merah


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Synonyms

  • Aclisia subumbellata C.B.Clarke [unknown]
  • Aneilema reniforme Buch.-Ham. [unknown]
  • Commelina reniformis Steud. [unknown]
  • Dictyospermum wightii robustum Hassk. [unknown]

Description

Pollia subumbellata (also called Pollia, among many other common names) is a species of plant in the Rubiaceae family. It is a small shrub, reaching heights of up to 2 meters. It is native to Southeast Asia, and is found in lowland and hill dipterocarp forests.

Uses & Benefits

Pollia subumbellata is used in construction and furniture making, as well as for making paper and rope. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Pollia subumbellata has small yellow flowers with five petals. The seeds are small and round with a black and brown outer shell. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with a pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pollia subumbellata is a tropical, evergreen shrub that can grow up to 2 meters in height. It is native to tropical Africa and is found in moist forests. It prefers well-drained, slightly acidic soil and full sun to partial shade. Propagation is done by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a warm, moist environment and kept at a temperature of around 25°C. Cuttings should be taken from semi-ripe wood and rooted in a warm, moist environment.

Where to Find Pollia subumbellata

Pollia subumbellata is native to Southeast Asia, including Thailand, Malaysia, Indonesia, and the Philippines. It is found in lowland and hill dipterocarp forests.

Pollia subumbellata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pollia subumbellata?

Pollia subumbellata

What is the common name of Pollia subumbellata?

African Pollia

What is the natural habitat of Pollia subumbellata?

Tropical and subtropical dry forests, savannas, and scrublands

Species in the Commelinaceae family

Aetheolirion stenolobium, Amischotolype glabrata, Amischotolype gracilis, Amischotolype griffithii, Amischotolype hispida, Amischotolype hookeri, Amischotolype irritans, Amischotolype laxiflora, Amischotolype marginata, Amischotolype mollissima, Amischotolype monosperma, Amischotolype sphagnorrhiza, Amischotolype tenuis, Amischotolype barbarossa, Amischotolype divaricata, Amischotolype dolichandra, Amischotolype hirsuta, Amischotolype leiocarpa, Amischotolype lobata, Amischotolype parvifructa, Amischotolype pedicellata, Amischotolype rostrata, Amischotolype strigosa, Amischotolype welzeniana, Aneilema acuminatum, Aneilema aequinoctiale, Aneilema alatum, Aneilema angolense, Aneilema aparine, Aneilema arenicola, Aneilema benadirense, Aneilema beniniense, Aneilema biflorum, Aneilema brasiliense, Aneilema brenanianum, Aneilema brunneospermum, Aneilema calceolus, Aneilema chrysopogon, Aneilema clarkei, Aneilema dispermum, Aneilema dregeanum, Aneilema forskaolii, Aneilema gillettii, Aneilema grandibracteolatum, Aneilema hirtum, Aneilema hockii, Aneilema homblei, Aneilema indehiscens, Aneilema johnstonii, Aneilema lamuense,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-259402: Based on the initial data import
Charles Baron Clarke (1832-1906): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.B.Clarke' in the authors string.