Pellionia longipetiolata - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Rosales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
longipetiolata
ID:
473622
Status:
valid
Authors:
Ridl.
Source:
ksu
Year:
1926
Citation Micro:
Bull. Misc. Inform. Kew 1926: 83 (1926)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000472954
Common Names
- Pellionia longipetiolata
- Long-Petiole Pellionia
- Long-Petiole Chain of Hearts
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Pellionia longipetiolata (also called long-petioled watermelon begonia, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Urticaceae family. It is native to China and is found in subtropical or tropical moist lowland forests.
Uses & Benefits
Pellionia longipetiolata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is known for its attractive foliage and its ability to tolerate low light levels. It is also used to add texture and color to flower beds and borders.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Pellionia longipetiolata has small, white flowers that are arranged in clusters. The seeds are small, round and black. The seedlings are small and have round, light green leaves.
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Pellionia longipetiolata is a fast-growing, evergreen, perennial climber. It is best grown in a moist, well-drained soil in partial shade. Propagate by stem cuttings in spring or summer.
Where to Find Pellionia longipetiolata
Pellionia longipetiolata can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of Central and South America.
Pellionia longipetiolata FAQ
What is the scientific name of Pellionia longipetiolata?
Pellionia longipetiolata
What type of plant is Pellionia longipetiolata?
Tropical perennial
Where is Pellionia longipetiolata native to?
Southeast Asia
Species in the Pellionia genus
Pellionia sumatrana, Pellionia thorelii, Pellionia tonkinensis, Pellionia fruticosa, Pellionia pauciflora, Pellionia longipetiolata, Pellionia cephaloidea, Pellionia elatostemoides, Pellionia ronganensis, Pellionia donglanensis, Pellionia longzhouensis, Pellionia tsoongii, Pellionia retrohispida, Pellionia subundulata, Pellionia minima, Pellionia paucidentata, Pellionia griffithiana, Pellionia viridis, Pellionia funingensis, Pellionia pellucida, Pellionia brachyceras, Pellionia annamica, Pellionia mollissima, Pellionia tritepala, Pellionia calcifera, Pellionia laibinensis, Pellionia simianschanica,
Species in the Urticaceae family
Archiboehmeria atrata, Astrothalamus reticulatus, Australina flaccida, Australina pusilla, Australina pusilla, Boehmeria aspera, Boehmeria balslevii, Boehmeria beyeri, Boehmeria brevirostris, Boehmeria bullata, Boehmeria burgeriana, Boehmeria caudata, Boehmeria celtidifolia, Boehmeria clidemioides, Boehmeria conica, Boehmeria cylindrica, Boehmeria densiflora, Boehmeria depauperata, Boehmeria didymogyne, Boehmeria dura, Boehmeria egregia, Boehmeria excelsa, Boehmeria grandis, Boehmeria hamiltoniana, Boehmeria helferi, Boehmeria heterophylla, Boehmeria holosericea, Boehmeria japonica, Boehmeria kiusiana, Boehmeria kurzii, Boehmeria lanceolata, Boehmeria martii, Boehmeria multiflora, Boehmeria nakashimae, Boehmeria nivea, Boehmeria ourantha, Boehmeria pavonii, Boehmeria penduliflora, Boehmeria pilosiuscula, Boehmeria platanifolia, Boehmeria polystachya, Boehmeria radiata, Boehmeria ramiflora, Boehmeria repens, Boehmeria rugosissima, Boehmeria siamensis, Boehmeria sieboldiana, Boehmeria spicigera, Boehmeria splitgerbera, Boehmeria ternifolia,
References
Henry Nicholas Ridley (1855-1956): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ridl.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:855053-1: Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.