Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
hekouensis
ID:
1328506

Status:
valid

Authors:
(T.Y.Tu & D.X.Zhang) Krishnaraj

Source:
ipni

Year:
2014

Citation Micro:
Phytotaxa183: 284 (2014)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001340960



Common Names

  • Phanera hekouensis
  • Hekou Phanera
  • Hekou Tree


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Description

Phanera hekouensis (also called Hekou phanera, among many other common names) is a shrub native to East Asia. It has small, oval-shaped leaves and white flowers. It is found in moist, shady forests.

Uses & Benefits

Phanera hekouensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used as a groundcover in shaded areas.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Phanera hekouensis is yellow and tubular with a white center. The seed is small and black. The seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Phanera hekouensis is a fast-growing, evergreen shrub that can reach up to 6 feet in height. It prefers full sun to partial shade and well-drained soil. Propagation is best done through cuttings, which should be taken in the spring or summer. The cuttings should be about 4-6 inches long and should be placed in moist soil. Keep the soil moist and the cuttings should root in about 4-6 weeks.

Where to Find Phanera hekouensis

Phanera hekouensis is native to China, where it can be found in subtropical forests.

Phanera hekouensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Phanera hekouensis?

Phanera hekouensis

What is the common name of Phanera hekouensis?

Hekouensis Phanera

What is the natural habitat of Phanera hekouensis?

Tropical and subtropical forests

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

Dianxiang Zhang (b.1963): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'D.X.Zhang' in the authors string.
Moothedathu Venugopalan Nair Krishnaraj (b.1979): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Krishnaraj' in the authors string.
Tie Yao Tu: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'T.Y.Tu' in the authors string.