Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
albiflora
ID:
264461

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Ridl.) Seidenfaden.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1975

Citation Micro:
Contr. Revis. Orchid Fl. Cambodia. Laos Vietnam : 87 (1975)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000263793



Common Names

  • White-Flowered Panisea
  • White-Flowered Arenga Palm
  • White-Flowered Sugar Palm


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Synonyms

  • Zetagyne albiflora Ridl. [unknown]

Description

Panisea albiflora (also called White-flowered Panisea, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to China, India, and Nepal. It is found in moist meadows, grasslands, and along roadsides. It has an erect stem with white flowers and long, narrow leaves.

Uses & Benefits

Panisea albiflora is used in traditional Chinese medicine for treating fever, headache, and other ailments. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Panisea albiflora is small and yellow, with a single pistil and six stamens. The seed is a small, black, ovoid shape. The seedling is a small, green, oval-shaped plant.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Panisea albiflora is a perennial herb that prefers a sunny position in moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is by division of the rhizomes in late spring or early summer.

Where to Find Panisea albiflora

Panisea albiflora is native to South America. It is found in moist, tropical forests, and is often cultivated as an ornamental plant.

Panisea albiflora FAQ

What is the growth rate of Panisea albiflora?

Panisea albiflora is a slow-growing plant.

What is the optimal temperature for Panisea albiflora?

The optimal temperature for Panisea albiflora is between 65-75°F.

What is the ideal soil for Panisea albiflora?

Panisea albiflora prefers well-drained, acidic soil with a pH of 5.5-6.5.

Species in the Orchidaceae family

Aa fiebrigii, Aa hartwegii, Aa hieronymi, Aa leucantha, Aa lorentzii, Aa macra, Aa achalensis, Aa maderoi, Aa mandonii, Aa matthewsii, Aa microtidis, Aa paleacea, Aa argyrolepis, Aa riobambae, Aa rosei, Aa schickendanzii, Aa sphaeroglossa, Aa trilobulata, Aa weddelliana, Aa aurantiaca, Aa calceata, Aa colombiana, Aa denticulata, Aa erosa, Aa figueroi, Aa lozanoi, Aa lehmannii, Acampe carinata, Acampe cephalotes, Acampe ochracea, Acampe pachyglossa, Acampe praemorsa, Acampe joiceyana, Acampe hulae, Acanthophippium bicolor, Acanthophippium chrysoglossum, Acanthophippium curtisii, Acanthophippium eburneum, Acanthophippium gougahense, Acanthophippium javanicum, Acanthophippium lilacinum, Acanthophippium mantinianum, Acanthophippium parviflorum, Acanthophippium pictum, Acanthophippium splendidum, Acanthophippium striatum, Acanthophippium sylhetense, Acanthophippium curtisii, Achlydosa glandulosa, Acianthera aculeata,

References