Phenax ekmanii - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Rosales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
ekmanii
ID:
473778
Status:
valid
Authors:
Urb.
Source:
ksu
Year:
1921
Citation Micro:
Ark. Bot. 17(7): 30 (1921)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000473110
Common Names
- Phenax Ekmanii
- Ekman's Phenax
- Ekman's False Pilea
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Phenax ekmanii (also called Ekman's False Nettle, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to the Mediterranean region. It grows in dry, sunny areas and has a hairy stem and leaves, with small white flowers.
Uses & Benefits
Phenax ekmanii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It is also used for erosion control.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Phenax ekmanii has small, yellow flowers with five petals. The seed is a small, dark brown nutlet. The seedlings have a single pair of cotyledons and a few long, narrow leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Phenax ekmanii is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate light shade. It can be propagated by seed or division in spring or autumn.
Where to Find Phenax ekmanii
Phenax ekmanii is native to Mexico.
Phenax ekmanii FAQ
What is the optimal temperature for Phenax ekmanii?
Phenax ekmanii prefers a temperature range of 65-75°F (18-24°C).
How much light does Phenax ekmanii need?
Phenax ekmanii prefers bright, indirect light.
How often should Phenax ekmanii be watered?
Phenax ekmanii should be watered when the top inch of soil is dry.
Species in the Phenax genus
Phenax uliginosus, Phenax asper, Phenax sonneratii, Phenax sessilifolius, Phenax poiretii, Phenax rugosus, Phenax haitensis, Phenax microcarpus, Phenax hirtus, Phenax laevis, Phenax mexicanus, Phenax microphyllus, Phenax pauciflorus, Phenax ekmanii, Phenax erectus, Phenax granulatus, Phenax laevigatus, Phenax laxiflorus, Phenax madagascariensis, Phenax perrieri, Phenax angustifolius, Phenax integrifolius, Phenax weddellianus, Phenax bullatus, Phenax flavifolius, Phenax globulifer, Phenax pauciserratus, Phenax grossecrenatum, Phenax hirtus,
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
Ignatz Urban (1848-1931): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Urb.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:192692-2: Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.