Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
kostermansii
ID:
1322507

Status:
valid

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

Source:
ipni

Year:
2012

Citation Micro:
Bangladesh J. Pl. Taxon.19: 58 (2012)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001334961



Common Names

  • Kostermansii Phanera
  • Kostermans Phanera
  • Phanera Kostermansii


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Description

Phanera kostermansii (also called Kostermans' Phanera, among many other common names) is a species of shrub native to Southeast Asia. It grows in forests and grasslands at elevations of 500–2,000 m. It has an upright, branching habit and produces white flowers with yellow centers.

Uses & Benefits

Phanera kostermansii is an ornamental plant that is used for its attractive foliage and fragrant flowers. It is also used medicinally to treat digestive issues and skin problems.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Phanera kostermansii has small white flowers with five petals. The seeds are small and round, and the seedlings are short and slender.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Phanera kostermansii is a tropical shrub that is native to Southeast Asia. It can be grown in full sun or partial shade and prefers moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is best done by cuttings or layering. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood stems and placed in a moist medium such as sand or vermiculite. Layering can be done by burying a stem in the soil and allowing it to root before cutting it away from the parent plant.

Where to Find Phanera kostermansii

Phanera kostermansii is native to Indonesia. It can be found in moist forests and grassy meadows at elevations of 1,000-2,000 m.

Phanera kostermansii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Phanera kostermansii?

Phanera kostermansii

What is the natural habitat of Phanera kostermansii?

Tropical montane forests

What is the flower color of Phanera kostermansii?

White

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.