Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Zingiberales
Species:
glandulosa
ID:
498233

Status:
valid

Authors:
S.Sakai & Nagam.

Source:
Zingiberaceae resource centre

Year:
2003

Citation Micro:
Edinburgh J. Bot. 60:204. (2003)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000497565



Common Names

  • Plagiostachys Glandulosa
  • Glandular Plagiostachys
  • Glandular Fan-Fern


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Description

Plagiostachys glandulosa (also called 'glandular fan palm', among many other common names) is a small palm tree native to China and Japan. It has fan-shaped leaves with a deep green color and a single trunk. It grows in moist, well-drained soils in partial shade, and is often used as an ornamental plant in gardens.

Uses & Benefits

Plagiostachys glandulosa is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and borders. It is also used as a ground cover in dry areas and for erosion control.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Plagiostachys glandulosa has small, white flowers with yellow anthers and a single pistil. The seeds are small and round, and the seedlings are thin and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Plagiostachys glandulosa is an easy-to-grow plant that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can tolerate some drought and salt spray. Prune regularly to keep the plant compact and tidy.

Where to Find Plagiostachys glandulosa

Plagiostachys glandulosa can be found in Southeast Asia, in the countries of Thailand, Vietnam, and Malaysia.

Plagiostachys glandulosa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Plagiostachys glandulosa?

Plagiostachys glandulosa

What is the common name of Plagiostachys glandulosa?

Glandular Plagiostachys

What is the natural habitat of Plagiostachys glandulosa?

It is native to tropical and subtropical regions of Asia and Australia

Species in the Plagiostachys genus

Species in the Zingiberaceae family

Haniffia albiflora, Haniffia cyanescens, Haniffia flavescens, Haniffia santubongensis, Hedychium biflorum, Hedychium bijiangense, Hedychium boloveniorum, Hedychium bordelonianum, Hedychium borneense, Hedychium bousigonianum, Hedychium brevicaule, Hedychium calcaratum, Hedychium carneum, Hedychium coccineum, Hedychium convexum, Hedychium coronarium, Hedychium deceptum, Hedychium dekianum, Hedychium densiflorum, Hedychium elatum, Hedychium ellipticum, Hedychium elwesii, Hedychium emeiense, Hedychium erythrostemon, Hedychium flavescens, Hedychium flavescens, Hedychium flavum, Hedychium forrestii, Hedychium gardnerianum, Hedychium glabrum, Hedychium glaucum, Hedychium gomezianum, Hedychium gracillimum, Hedychium grandiflorum, Hedychium gratum, Hedychium greenii, Hedychium griersonianum, Hedychium griffithianum, Hedychium hasseltii, Hedychium heteromallum, Hedychium hirsutissimum, Hedychium hookeri, Hedychium horsfieldii, Hedychium intermedium, Hedychium kwangsiense, Hedychium larsenii, Hedychium lineare, Hedychium longicornutum, Hedychium longipedunculatum, Hedychium luteum,

References

Hidetoshi Nagamasu (b.1955): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Nagam.' in the authors string.
Shoko Sakai: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'S.Sakai' in the authors string.
RBGE Resource Centre record for wfo-0000497565: Based on the initial data import