Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
japonica
ID:
1328225

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Maxim.) H.Ohashi

Source:
ipni

Year:
2014

Citation Micro:
J. Jap. Bot.89: 198 (2014)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001340679



Common Names

  • Japanese Phanera
  • Phanera
  • Phanera Japonica


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Description

Phanera japonica (also called Japanese Phanera, among many other common names) is a small woody vine native to the tropical and subtropical regions of Southeast Asia. It has long, thin leaves and small white flowers. It grows in moist, shady areas, usually near streams or rivers.

Uses & Benefits

Phanera japonica is an ornamental plant that is used in gardens and landscaping. It is an attractive plant that can be used to add color and texture to the garden. The plant is also known for its fragrant flowers, which can be used to make perfumes and potpourri.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Phanera japonica has small, white flowers with four petals and a single pistil. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are thin and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Phanera japonica is an evergreen shrub that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and full sun to partial shade. It is tolerant of a wide range of soil types and can be grown in USDA hardiness zones 7-9.

Where to Find Phanera japonica

Phanera japonica is native to Japan and can be found in parts of the Japanese archipelago.

Phanera japonica FAQ

What is the scientific name of Phanera japonica?

Phanera japonica

What is the common name of Phanera japonica?

Japanese Phanera

What is the natural habitat of Phanera japonica?

It is native to Japan.

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

Karl Maximovich (1827-1891): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Maxim.' in the authors string.
Hiroyoshi Ohashi (b.1936): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.Ohashi' in the authors string.