Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
aureifolia
ID:
1322252

Status:
valid

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

Source:
ipni

Year:
2012

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

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001334706



Common Names

  • Phanera Aureifolia
  • Aureifolia Orchid
  • Phanera Orchid


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Description

Phanera aureifolia (also called 'Golden-leaved Phanera', among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub that grows up to 1 m tall. It is native to India, and is found in dry habitats such as open grasslands and rocky hillsides.

Uses & Benefits

Phanera aureifolia is an ornamental plant that is often used in gardens and landscaping. It has also been used in traditional medicine for treating fever, pain, and inflammation.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Phanera aureifolia has yellow flowers with five petals and a central crown of stamens. Its seeds are small, black and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Phanera aureifolia is a slow-growing, evergreen shrub that can reach up to 2 m in height. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring in a cool, shady position. Cuttings should be taken in late summer or early autumn and rooted in a cool, humid environment. The plant prefers a moist, well-drained soil and should be watered regularly.

Where to Find Phanera aureifolia

Phanera aureifolia is native to India and can be found in the Western Ghats mountain range.

Phanera aureifolia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Phanera aureifolia?

Phanera aureifolia

What is the common name of Phanera aureifolia?

Golden-leaved Phanera

What is the family of Phanera aureifolia?

Fabaceae

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.