Centrolepis philippinensis - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
philippinensis
ID:
353768
Status:
valid
Authors:
Merr.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1907
Citation Micro:
Philipp. J. Sci., C 2: 264 (1907)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000353100
Common Names
- Centrolepis philippinensis
- Philippine Centrolepis
- Philippine Centrolepid
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- Centrolepis kinabaluensis Gibbs [unknown]
- Centrolepis novoguineensis Gibbs [unknown]
Description
Centrolepis philippinensis (also called Centrolepis, among many other common names) is a small herb with small white flowers. It is native to Australia and is found in wet and dry forests. It is also found in disturbed areas such as roadsides and pastures.
Uses & Benefits
Centrolepis philippinensis is used as a medicinal plant to treat fever, skin diseases, and digestive disorders. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Centrolepis philippinensis has small, white flowers with four petals and four sepals. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small, green and have a single leaf.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Centrolepis philippinensis is a small, perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers moist, well-drained soil in full sun or partial shade. It can be propagated by division in spring or autumn.
Where to Find Centrolepis philippinensis
Centrolepis philippinensis is found in the Philippines.
Centrolepis philippinensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Centrolepis philippinensis?
Centrolepis philippinensis
What is the common name of Centrolepis philippinensis?
Centrolepis
What is the natural habitat of Centrolepis philippinensis?
Tropical rainforests
Species in the Centrolepis genus
Centrolepis alepyroides, Centrolepis aristata, Centrolepis banksii, Centrolepis caespitosa, Centrolepis cambodiana, Centrolepis cephaloformis, Centrolepis ciliata, Centrolepis curta, Centrolepis drummondiana, Centrolepis eremica, Centrolepis exserta, Centrolepis fascicularis, Centrolepis glabra, Centrolepis humillima, Centrolepis inconspicua, Centrolepis minima, Centrolepis monogyna, Centrolepis muscoides, Centrolepis mutica, Centrolepis pallida, Centrolepis pedderensis, Centrolepis philippinensis, Centrolepis pilosa, Centrolepis polygyna, Centrolepis strigosa, Centrolepis racemosa, Centrolepis milleri,
Species in the Restionaceae family
Alexgeorgea ganopoda, Alexgeorgea nitens, Alexgeorgea subterranea, Anarthria gracilis, Anarthria humilis, Anarthria laevis, Anarthria polyphylla, Anarthria prolifera, Anarthria scabra, Anthochortus capensis, Anthochortus crinalis, Anthochortus ecklonii, Anthochortus graminifolius, Anthochortus insignis, Anthochortus laxiflorus, Anthochortus singularis, Aphelia brizula, Aphelia cyperoides, Aphelia drummondii, Aphelia gracilis, Aphelia nutans, Aphelia pumilio, Apodasmia brownii, Apodasmia chilensis, Apodasmia similis, Apodasmia ceramophila, Askidiosperma alboaristatum, Askidiosperma alticola, Askidiosperma andreaeanum, Askidiosperma capitatum, Askidiosperma chartaceum, Askidiosperma delicatulum, Askidiosperma esterhuyseniae, Askidiosperma insigne, Askidiosperma longiflorum, Askidiosperma nitidum, Askidiosperma paniculatum, Askidiosperma rugosum, Askidiosperma alticolum, Baloskion australe, Baloskion fimbriatum, Baloskion gracile, Baloskion longipes, Baloskion pallens, Baloskion stenocoleum, Baloskion tenuiculme, Baloskion tetraphyllum, Calorophus elongatus, Calorophus erostris, Cannomois aristata,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-232614: Based on the initial data import
Elmer Drew Merrill (1876-1956): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Merr.' in the authors string.