Cyanella pentheri - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
pentheri
ID:
765519
Status:
valid
Authors:
Zahlbr.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1901
Citation Micro:
Ann. K. K. Naturhist. Hofmus. 15: 26 (1900 publ. 1901)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000764852
Common Names
- Cyanella Pentheri
- Cyanella Ramosissima
- Cyanella Orchidiformis
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Cyanella pentheri (also called Penther's False Flax, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Africa and Madagascar. It grows in dry and sandy soils, such as those found in deserts and scrublands.
Uses & Benefits
Cyanella pentheri is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat fever, headache, and stomach pain.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Cyanella pentheri has small, white flowers with 5 petals and a yellow centre. Its seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small and have a single, long, narrow leaf.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Cyanella pentheri is a small, perennial succulent plant that grows up to 15 cm tall. It is native to South Africa and is found in dry, rocky areas. It is propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from the stem and allowed to dry before planting. It prefers full sun and can tolerate some drought.
Where to Find Cyanella pentheri
Cyanella pentheri can be found in South Africa.
Cyanella pentheri FAQ
What is the scientific name of Cyanella pentheri?
Cyanella pentheri
What is the natural habitat of Cyanella pentheri?
It is native to South Africa.
What are the medicinal uses of Cyanella pentheri?
It is used in traditional medicine for treating fever, dysentery, and skin diseases.
Species in the Cyanella genus
Species in the Tecophilaeaceae family
Conanthera parvula, Conanthera bifolia, Conanthera campanulata, Conanthera trimaculata, Conanthera urceolata, Conanthera trimaculata, Cyanastrum cordifolium, Cyanastrum goetzeanum, Cyanastrum johnstonii, Cyanella alba, Cyanella aquatica, Cyanella cygnea, Cyanella hyacinthoides, Cyanella lutea, Cyanella orchidiformis, Cyanella pentheri, Cyanella ramosissima, Cyanella ramosissima, Cyanella marlothii, Eremiolirion amboense, Kabuyea hostifolia, Odontostomum hartwegii, Tecophilaea cyanocrocus, Tecophilaea violiflora, Walleria nutans, Walleria mackenzii, Walleria gracilis, Zephyra elegans, Zephyra compacta,
References
Alexander Zahlbruckner (1860-1938): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Zahlbr.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:429689-1: Based on the initial data import