Polypleurum prachinburiense - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
prachinburiense
ID:
745171
Status:
valid
Authors:
M.Kato & Koi
Source:
ksu
Year:
2009
Citation Micro:
Gard. Bull. Singapore 61: 60 (2009)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000744504
Common Names
- Polypleurum prachinburiense
- Prachinburi polypleurum
- Prachinburi false flax
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Polypleurum prachinburiense (also called Prachinburi Polypleurum, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Thailand. It grows in moist and shady habitats, forming dense mats of foliage.
Uses & Benefits
Polypleurum prachinburiense is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used for its medicinal properties, such as treating fever, inflammation, and digestive problems.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Polypleurum prachinburiense has small, yellow flowers with five petals. The seeds are small, black, and round. The seedlings are small and have thin, bright green leaves.
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Polypleurum prachinburiense is a shrub that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost. It is also tolerant of salt and wind.
Where to Find Polypleurum prachinburiense
Polypleurum prachinburiense is native to Southeast Asia and can be found in tropical and subtropical climates.
Polypleurum prachinburiense FAQ
What is the scientific name of Polypleurum prachinburiense?
Polypleurum prachinburiense
What is the habitat of Polypleurum prachinburiense?
Dry rocky slopes and limestone cliffs
What is the flowering period of Polypleurum prachinburiense?
April to June
Species in the Polypleurum genus
Polypleurum longifolium, Polypleurum longistylosum, Polypleurum phuwuaense, Polypleurum prostratum, Polypleurum erectum, Polypleurum longicaule, Polypleurum filifolium, Polypleurum acuminatum, Polypleurum disciforme, Polypleurum wongprasertii, Polypleurum insulare, Polypleurum prachinburiense, Polypleurum sisaketense, Polypleurum schmidtianum, Polypleurum dichotomum, Polypleurum elongatum, Polypleurum wallichii, Polypleurum munnarense, Polypleurum pluricostatum,
Species in the Podostemaceae family
Angolaea fluitans, Apinagia aripecuruensis, Apinagia arminensis, Apinagia batrachifolia, Apinagia boliviana, Apinagia brevicaulis, Apinagia crispa, Apinagia digitata, Apinagia dissecta, Apinagia divaricata, Apinagia fimbrifolia, Apinagia flexuosa, Apinagia fluitans, Apinagia fucoides, Apinagia gardneriana, Apinagia glaziovii, Apinagia goejei, Apinagia guairaensis, Apinagia guyanensis, Apinagia hulkiana, Apinagia itanensis, Apinagia kochii, Apinagia latifolia, Apinagia leptophylla, Apinagia longifolia, Apinagia marowynensis, Apinagia membranacea, Apinagia minor, Apinagia multibranchiata, Apinagia parvifolia, Apinagia petiolata, Apinagia platystigma, Apinagia pusilla, Apinagia rangiferina, Apinagia richardiana, Apinagia ruppioides, Apinagia spruceana, Apinagia staheliana, Apinagia surumuensis, Apinagia tenuifolia, Apinagia treslingiana, Apinagia versteegiana, Apinagia brejoagrestinensis, Autana andersonii, Castelnavia noveloi, Castelnavia cuneifolia, Castelnavia fimbriata, Castelnavia fluitans, Castelnavia lindmaniana, Castelnavia monandra,
References
Masahiro Kato (b.1946): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'M.Kato' in the authors string.
Satoshi Koi (b.1977): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Koi' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:77102817-1: Based on the initial data import