Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Genus:
Species:
peduncularis
ID:
750265

Status:
valid

Authors:
(B.L.Burtt) D.J.Middleton & Mich.Möller

Source:
cmp

Year:
2011

Citation Micro:
Taxon 60: 776 (2011)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000749598



Common Names

  • Henckelia peduncularis
  • Peduncularis Henckelia
  • Henckelia Peduncularis


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Synonyms

  • Chirita peduncularis B.L.Burtt [unknown]

Description

Henckelia peduncularis (also called Henckelia, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the Himalayas and parts of China. It has ovate-lanceolate leaves and white or pink flowers. It grows in moist, shady areas, often in forests.

Uses & Benefits

Henckelia peduncularis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a cut flower. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Henckelia peduncularis has small, bell-shaped, five-petalled flowers that are usually white or pink in colour. Its seeds are small, dark brown and round. The seedlings have two cotyledons and a single pair of true leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Henckelia peduncularis can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept at a temperature of 18-22°C (64-72°F). Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and rooted in a moist soil mix. The plant should be kept in a warm, bright location with temperatures between 18-22°C (64-72°F).

Where to Find Henckelia peduncularis

Henckelia peduncularis can be found in the Himalayas.

Henckelia peduncularis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Henckelia peduncularis?

Henckelia peduncularis

What is the common name of Henckelia peduncularis?

Pedunculate Henckelia

Where is Henckelia peduncularis found?

India, Nepal, Bhutan, and Myanmar

Species in the Henckelia genus

Henckelia bifolia, Henckelia crenata, Henckelia diffusa, Henckelia fischeri, Henckelia floccosa, Henckelia follicularis, Henckelia gambleana, Henckelia gardneri, Henckelia grandifolia, Henckelia humboldtiana, Henckelia incana, Henckelia innominata, Henckelia lyrata, Henckelia macrostachya, Henckelia meeboldii, Henckelia missionis, Henckelia ovalifolia, Henckelia pumila, Henckelia punctata, Henckelia repens, Henckelia scortechinii, Henckelia semitorta, Henckelia serrata, Henckelia stenophylla, Henckelia urticifolia, Henckelia vulcanica, Henckelia wightii, Henckelia zeylanica, Henckelia anthonysamyi, Henckelia adenocalyx, Henckelia anachoreta, Henckelia angusta, Henckelia auriculata, Henckelia briggsioides, Henckelia burttii, Henckelia calva, Henckelia dielsii, Henckelia dibangensis, Henckelia ceratoscyphus, Henckelia walkerae, Henckelia monantha, Henckelia dimidiata, Henckelia fasciculiflora, Henckelia forrestii, Henckelia fruticola, Henckelia heterostigma, Henckelia hookeri, Henckelia infundibuliformis, Henckelia insignis, Henckelia lacei,

Species in the Gesneriaceae family

Acanthonema diandrum, Achimenes admirabilis, Achimenes antirrhina, Achimenes brevifolia, Achimenes candida, Achimenes cettoana, Achimenes dulcis, Achimenes erecta, Achimenes fimbriata, Achimenes flava, Achimenes glabrata, Achimenes grandiflora, Achimenes heterophylla, Achimenes hintoniana, Achimenes longiflora, Achimenes mexicana, Achimenes misera, Achimenes nayaritensis, Achimenes obscura, Achimenes occidentalis, Achimenes patens, Achimenes pedunculata, Achimenes skinneri, Achimenes woodii, Achimenes tincticoma, Achimenes elota, Achimenes sanguinea, Achimenes ixtapaensis, Aeschynanthus citrinus, Aeschynanthus membranifolius, Aeschynanthus mendumiae, Aeschynanthus sojolianus, Aeschynanthus dischidioides, Aeschynanthus minutifolius, Aeschynanthus acuminatissimus, Aeschynanthus acuminatus, Aeschynanthus albidus, Aeschynanthus amboinensis, Aeschynanthus amoenus, Aeschynanthus andersonii, Aeschynanthus angustifolius, Aeschynanthus angustioblongus, Aeschynanthus apicidens, Aeschynanthus arctocalyx, Aeschynanthus arfakensis, Aeschynanthus argentii, Aeschynanthus asclepioides, Aeschynanthus atrorubens, Aeschynanthus atrosanguineus, Aeschynanthus batakiorum,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2904409: Based on the initial data import
B. L. Burtt (1913-2008): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'B.L.Burtt' in the authors string.
David John Middleton (b.1963): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'D.J.Middleton' in the authors string.
Michael Möller (b.1957): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Mich.Möller' in the authors string.