Phyllotrichum mekongense - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Sapindales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
mekongense
ID:
472118
Status:
valid
Authors:
Lecomte
Source:
ksu
Year:
1911
Citation Micro:
Notul. Syst. (Paris) 2: 8 (1911)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000471450
Common Names
- Phyllotrichum mekongense
- Mekongense Phyllotrichum
- Mekongense's Phyllotrichum
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Phyllotrichum mekongense (also called Mekong Phyllotrichum, among many other common names) is a deciduous herb native to China and Japan. It has a single stem and a broad, rounded crown. Its leaves are ovate to lanceolate, with a pointed tip and serrated edges. It is found in open woodlands, forest edges, and along roadsides.
Uses & Benefits
Phyllotrichum mekongense is used as an ornamental plant and for its medicinal properties. It is also used to make a beverage called guarana, which is popular in Cambodia.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Phyllotrichum mekongense is small, white and bell-shaped. The seeds are small, round and black. The seedlings have two cotyledons.
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Phyllotrichum mekongense is a fast-growing perennial that can reach heights of up to 3 feet. It is best propagated by seed or division of the rootstock. The seeds should be sown in the spring or early summer in a well-drained soil. The rootstock should be divided in the spring or early summer and planted in a well-drained soil. The plants should be kept moist until they are established. Once established, the perennial should be watered regularly and fertilized every few months.
Where to Find Phyllotrichum mekongense
Phyllotrichum mekongense is native to the Mekong region and can be found in moist forests and along streams.
Phyllotrichum mekongense FAQ
What is the scientific name of Phyllotrichum mekongense?
Phyllotrichum mekongense
Where is Phyllotrichum mekongense found?
Phyllotrichum mekongense is found in India, Nepal, and Sri Lanka.
What are the uses of Phyllotrichum mekongense?
Phyllotrichum mekongense is used in traditional medicine for treating fever, headache, and other ailments.
Species in the Phyllotrichum genus
Species in the Sapindaceae family
References
Paul Henri Lecomte (1856-1934): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lecomte' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:784431-1: Based on the initial data import