Phenax grossecrenatum - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Rosales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
grossecrenatum
ID:
1263515
Status:
valid
Authors:
Killip
Source:
tro
Year:
1923
Citation Micro:
J. Washington Acad. Sci. 13: 360 (1923)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001262853
Common Names
- Phenax grossecrenatum
- Grossecrenatum Phenax
- Grossecrenatum Phena
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Phenax grossecrenatum (also called 'Grossecrenate Phenax', among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to South America. It has small, white, fragrant flowers and oval-shaped leaves. It grows in dry, rocky areas and is often found in mountainous regions.
Uses & Benefits
Phenax grossecrenatum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments such as fever, headache, and stomach ache.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Phenax grossecrenatum is a white to pale pink, tubular flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, elliptical-shaped seed. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Phenax grossecrenatum is a hardy, evergreen shrub that grows to 2m in height. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is by cuttings or seed. Sow seed in spring or autumn in a sunny position in well-drained soil. The seed should be lightly covered with soil and kept moist until germination occurs.
Where to Find Phenax grossecrenatum
Phenax grossecrenatum is native to tropical and subtropical regions of the Americas. It can be found in moist and wet forests, as well as in disturbed areas.
Phenax grossecrenatum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Phenax grossecrenatum?
Phenax grossecrenatum
What is the common name of Phenax grossecrenatum?
Grossecrenatum Phenax
Where is Phenax grossecrenatum native to?
New Caledonia
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
Ellsworth Paine Killip (1890-1968): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Killip' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:192697-2: Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.