Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
andersonii
ID:
1413099

Status:
valid

Authors:
(K.Larsen & S.S.Larsen) Bandyop., Ghoshal & M.K.Pathak

Source:
wcvp

Year:
2012

Citation Micro:
Bangladesh J. Pl. Taxon.19: 55 (2012)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001425564



Common Names

  • Phanera andersonii
  • Anderson's Phanera
  • Anderson's Elephant Apple


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Description

Phanera andersonii (also called 'Anderson's phanera', among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub in the fabaceae family. It is native to tropical Africa, and is found in moist habitats. It has long, narrow leaves and small white flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Phanera andersonii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat fever, headaches, and digestive issues.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Phanera andersonii has small white flowers with five petals and a single pistil. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings have long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Phanera andersonii can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil in spring. Division can be done in spring or autumn. The clumps should be divided into smaller sections and replanted in well-drained soil.

Where to Find Phanera andersonii

Phanera andersonii is native to South America, but can also be found in parts of Africa, India, and Southeast Asia.

Phanera andersonii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Phanera andersonii?

Phanera andersonii

What is the family of Phanera andersonii?

Fabaceae

Where is Phanera andersonii found?

Phanera andersonii is found in India, Nepal, and Sri Lanka.

Species in the Phanera genus

Phanera vahlii, Phanera coccinea, Phanera pyrrhoclada, Phanera bassacensis, Phanera bracteata, Phanera ferruginea, Phanera glabrifolia, Phanera integrifolia, Phanera involucellata, Phanera nervosa, Phanera similis, Phanera macrostachya, Phanera sulphurea, Phanera khasiana, Phanera lyrata, Phanera meeboldii, Phanera ornata, Phanera pottingeri, Phanera semibifida, Phanera stipularis, Phanera audax, Phanera bidentata, Phanera crudiantha, Phanera cuprea, Phanera decumbens, Phanera elmeri, Phanera argentea, Phanera excelsa, Phanera finlaysoniana, Phanera fulva, Phanera glabristipes, Phanera gracillima, Phanera hendersonii, Phanera kockiana, Phanera lambiana, Phanera lingua, Phanera lucida, Phanera menispermacea, Phanera merrilliana, Phanera pachyphylla, Phanera pauciflora, Phanera posthumi, Phanera praesignis, Phanera pyrrhaneura, Phanera sylvani, Phanera williamsii, Phanera wrayi, Phanera ridleyi, Phanera yunnanensis, Phanera aherniana,

Species in the Fabaceae family

References

Kai Larsen (1926-2012): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'K.Larsen' in the authors string.
Supee Saksuwan Larsen (b.1939): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'S.S.Larsen' in the authors string.
Mithilesh Kumar Pathak (1968-2013): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'M.K.Pathak' in the authors string.
Subir Bandyopadhyay (b.1959): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Bandyop.' in the authors string.
Partha Pratim Ghoshal (b.1971): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ghoshal' in the authors string.