Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Species:
winitii
ID:
482654

Status:
valid

Authors:
Craib in Kerr

Source:
ksu

Year:
1935

Citation Micro:
Bull. Misc. Inform. Kew 1935: 334 (1935)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000481986



Common Names

  • Pentaphragma winitii
  • Winit's Pentaphragma
  • Winit's Pentaphragma Vine


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Description

Pentaphragma winitii (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 winitii 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 winitii has small yellow flowers, small brown seeds and small seedlings.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pentaphragma winitii is a tropical evergreen shrub that can be propagated from cuttings or seeds. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and planted in a well-draining soil mix. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist until germination. Once established, the plant should be watered regularly and fertilized every few months.

Where to Find Pentaphragma winitii

Pentaphragma winitii is native to Vietnam and can be found in the mountains of the Annamite Range.

Pentaphragma winitii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pentaphragma winitii?

Pentaphragma winitii

What is the family of Pentaphragma winitii?

Acanthaceae

What is the common name of Pentaphragma winitii?

Winit's Pentaphragma

Species in the Pentaphragma genus

Species in the Pentaphragmataceae family

References

William Grant Craib (1882-1933): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Craib' in the authors string.
Arthur Francis George Kerr (1877-1942): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kerr' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:144285-1: Based on the initial data import