Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Species:
lanuginosum
ID:
482673

Status:
valid

Authors:
Airy Shaw

Source:
ksu

Year:
1953

Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 8: 241 (1953)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000482005



Common Names

  • Pentaphragma lanuginosum
  • Woolly Pentaphragma
  • Woolly Pentaphragma Vine


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Description

Pentaphragma lanuginosum (also called Five-petal Clematis, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Ranunculaceae. It is a woody climber with simple, opposite leaves and white flowers with five petals. It is native to India, and is found in tropical and subtropical forests and shrublands.

Uses & Benefits

Pentaphragma lanuginosum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used for timber production and as a windbreak.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Pentaphragma lanuginosum has small white flowers with five petals. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pentaphragma lanuginosum is a fast-growing, evergreen climber that can reach up to 6 m in height. It is propagated by cuttings or layering. Cuttings should be taken in early summer and planted in a well-drained, sandy soil mix. Layering should be done in late spring or early summer. The plant prefers full sun and moderate water.

Where to Find Pentaphragma lanuginosum

Pentaphragma lanuginosum is native to the Philippines and can be found in tropical and subtropical forests.

Pentaphragma lanuginosum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pentaphragma lanuginosum?

Pentaphragma lanuginosum

What is the common name of Pentaphragma lanuginosum?

Woolly pentaphragma

Where is Pentaphragma lanuginosum found?

It is found in India, Nepal, and Sri Lanka

Species in the Pentaphragma genus

Species in the Pentaphragmataceae family