Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Family:
Species:
napiformis
ID:
1286040

Status:
valid

Authors:
(DC.) Ocampo

Source:
tro

Year:
2002

Citation Micro:
Acta Bot. Mex. 59: 79 (2002).

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001285378



Common Names

  • Turnip-rooted Phemeranthus
  • Turnip-rooted Rain-lily
  • Turnip-rooted Phemeranthus Rain-lily


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Description

Phemeranthus napiformis (also called Phemeranthus napiformis, among many other common names) is a shrub native to Mexico, Central America and South America. It has a thick, woody stem and grows to a height of up to 3 metres. Its leaves are opposite, obovate-lanceolate, and its flowers are yellow. It grows in tropical deciduous forests, tropical evergreen forests, and tropical dry forests.

Uses & Benefits

Phemeranthus napiformis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes. It is also used for erosion control and as a ground cover.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Phemeranthus napiformis is a small, white, five-petaled flower. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, green and have a single leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Phemeranthus napiformis is an easy-to-grow, evergreen shrub that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. To propagate by seed, sow the seeds in a warm, sunny location. To propagate by cuttings, take cuttings from the tips of the stems and root them in moist soil.

Where to Find Phemeranthus napiformis

Phemeranthus napiformis can be found in Mexico.

Phemeranthus napiformis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Phemeranthus napiformis?

Phemeranthus napiformis

What is the common name of Phemeranthus napiformis?

Turnip-rooted phemeranthus

What type of plant is Phemeranthus napiformis?

Herb

Species in the Montiaceae family

Calandrinia crispisepala, Calandrinia kalanniensis, Calandrinia translucens, Calandrinia acaulis, Calandrinia acuminata, Calandrinia aegialitis, Calandrinia affinis, Calandrinia alba, Calandrinia arenicola, Calandrinia argentea, Calandrinia balonensis, Calandrinia bandurriae, Calandrinia biflora, Calandrinia bracteosa, Calandrinia brevipedata, Calandrinia breweri, Calandrinia caesia, Calandrinia caespitosa, Calandrinia calycotricha, Calandrinia calyptrata, Calandrinia carolinii, Calandrinia ciliata, Calandrinia colchaguensis, Calandrinia compacta, Calandrinia composita, Calandrinia compressa, Calandrinia conferta, Calandrinia corrigioloides, Calandrinia corymbosa, Calandrinia crassifolia, Calandrinia creethae, Calandrinia cygnorum, Calandrinia cylindrica, Calandrinia depressa, Calandrinia dielsii, Calandrinia dipetala, Calandrinia disperma, Calandrinia eremaea, Calandrinia filifolia, Calandrinia galapagosa, Calandrinia glaucopurpurea, Calandrinia gracilis, Calandrinia graminifolia, Calandrinia granulifera, Calandrinia heterophylla, Calandrinia hirtella, Calandrinia involucrata, Calandrinia lancifolia, Calandrinia lehmannii, Calandrinia leucopogon,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record tro-50327590: Based on the initial data import
Augustin Pyramus de Candolle (1778-1841): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'DC.' in the authors string.
Gilberto Ocampo (b.1973): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ocampo' in the authors string.