Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Apiales
Genus:
Species:
endlicheri
ID:
466038

Status:
valid

Authors:
Reissek

Source:
ksu

Year:
1842

Citation Micro:
Linnaea 16: 341 (1842)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000465370



Common Names

  • Pennantia endlicheri
  • Endlicheri Pennantia
  • Endlicheri Plant


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Synonyms

  • Plectomirtha baylisiana W.R.B.Oliv. [unknown]
  • Pennantia baylisiana (W.R.B.Oliv.) G.T.S.Baylis [unknown]

Description

Pennantia endlicheri (also called 'Endlicher's Pennantia', among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub with white, fragrant flowers. It is native to New Zealand and grows in open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Pennantia endlicheri is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating fever, cough, and other respiratory ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Pennantia endlicheri is a small, white to pale blue, bell-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, with a single stem and a few leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pennantia endlicheri can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a warm, moist environment and kept at a temperature of around 22°C. Cuttings should be taken from the tips of the stems and placed in a moist, sandy soil. Keep the soil moist and the cutting in a warm environment until it has rooted.

Where to Find Pennantia endlicheri

Pennantia endlicheri is native to the temperate forests of New Zealand.

Pennantia endlicheri FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pennantia endlicheri?

Pennantia endlicheri

What are the common names of Pennantia endlicheri?

Common names of Pennantia endlicheri include Endlicher's pennantia and Endlicher's tree daisy.

What are the growth requirements of Pennantia endlicheri?

Pennantia endlicheri prefers moist, well-drained soils and full sun to partial shade.

Species in the Pennantiaceae family