Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Genus:
Species:
indivisa
ID:
482841

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Baill.) Harms & Loes.

Source:
ksu

Year:
1942

Citation Micro:
Nat. Pflanzenfam. ed. 2 , 20b: 85 (1942)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000482173



Common Names

  • Indivisa Phelline
  • Indivisa
  • Phelline Indivisa


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Description

Phelline indivisa (also called 'Indivisible Phelline', among many other common names) is a small, evergreen shrub native to South Africa. It has small, glossy green leaves and white flowers. It grows in moist, well-drained soils in full sun to partial shade. It is often found in coastal areas and in the understory of woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Phelline indivisa is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a natural fence. It is also used to make herbal tea and as a medicinal plant to treat anxiety and insomnia.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Phelline indivisa has white flowers, black seeds and seedlings that are green in color.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Phelline indivisa is a tropical plant native to the Canary Islands. It is a low-growing, evergreen perennial that grows to a height of about 8 inches. It prefers full sun to partial shade and well-drained soil. It can be propagated by division or by cuttings taken in spring or summer. It is also possible to propagate it from seed, though this is not as reliable.

Where to Find Phelline indivisa

Phelline indivisa is native to the Caribbean. It can be found in tropical and subtropical forests, as well as in disturbed areas.

Phelline indivisa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Phelline indivisa?

Phelline indivisa

What is the common name of Phelline indivisa?

Indivisa Phelline

What is the natural habitat of Phelline indivisa?

Tropical South America

References

Henri Ernest Baillon (1827-1895): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Baill.' in the authors string.
Ludwig Eduard Theodor Loesener (1865-1941): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Loes.' in the authors string.
Hermann Harms (1870-1942): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Harms' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:83915-1: Based on the initial data import