Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ranunculales
Species:
longifolius
ID:
474770

Status:
valid

Authors:
Miers

Source:
cmp

Year:
1864

Citation Micro:
Ann. Mag. Nat. Hist. , ser. 3, 13: 124 (1864)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000474102



Common Names

  • Penianthus Longifolius
  • Long-leaved Penianthus
  • Penianthus Long-leaved


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Synonyms

  • Penianthus fruticosus Hutch. & Dalziel [unknown]
  • Penianthus gossweileri Exell [unknown]
  • Penianthus klaineanus Pierre [unknown]

Description

Penianthus longifolius (also called Long-Leaved Penianthus, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Rubiaceae family. It is native to tropical Africa. It typically grows in moist forests, along streams, and in grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Penianthus longifolius is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Penianthus longifolius is a small, yellow, tubular flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single stem with two leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Penianthus longifolius is an epiphytic orchid that can grow up to 1 m tall. It is usually propagated by division. Division should be done in the spring or early summer, when the plant is actively growing. The divisions should be planted in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist until they are well-rooted.

Where to Find Penianthus longifolius

Penianthus longifolius is native to Cameroon.

Penianthus longifolius FAQ

What is the scientific name of Penianthus longifolius?

Penianthus longifolius

What is the common name of Penianthus longifolius?

Long-leaved penianthus

What type of plant is Penianthus longifolius?

Tree

Species in the Menispermaceae family

Abuta acutifolia, Abuta antioquiana, Abuta aristeguietae, Abuta barbata, Abuta brevifolia, Abuta bullata, Abuta candollei, Abuta chiapasensis, Abuta chocoensis, Abuta colombiana, Abuta dwyeriana, Abuta fluminum, Abuta grandifolia, Abuta grisebachii, Abuta imene, Abuta longa, Abuta mycetandra, Abuta obovata, Abuta pahni, Abuta panamensis, Abuta panurensis, Abuta platyphylla, Abuta racemosa, Abuta rufescens, Abuta sandwithiana, Abuta seemannii, Abuta selloana, Abuta solimoesensis, Abuta soukupii, Abuta spicata, Abuta steyermarkii, Abuta vaupesensis, Abuta velutina, Albertisia apiculata, Albertisia capituliflora, Albertisia cordifolia, Albertisia crassa, Albertisia cuneata, Albertisia delagoensis, Albertisia exelliana, Albertisia ferruginea, Albertisia glabra, Albertisia laurifolia, Albertisia mangenotii, Albertisia mecistophylla, Albertisia megacarpa, Albertisia papuana, Albertisia porcata, Albertisia puberula, Albertisia scandens,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2547785: Based on the initial data import
John Miers (1789-1879): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Miers' in the authors string.