Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
steenisii
ID:
1322511

Status:
valid

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

Source:
ipni

Year:
2012

Citation Micro:
Bangladesh J. Pl. Taxon.19: 60 (2012)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001334965



Common Names

  • Steenisii Phanera
  • Steenis Phanera
  • Phanera Steenisii


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Description

Phanera steenisii (also called Steenis' 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 steenisii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It has a high tolerance for drought and is often used as a windbreak or hedge.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Phanera steenisii 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 steenisii can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining potting mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood and rooted in a well-draining potting mix. Keep the cuttings moist until they have established roots.

Where to Find Phanera steenisii

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

Phanera steenisii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Phanera steenisii?

Phanera steenisii

What is the natural habitat of Phanera steenisii?

Tropical montane forests

What is the flower color of Phanera steenisii?

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.