Plagiostachys mucida - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Zingiberales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
mucida
ID:
498251
Status:
valid
Authors:
Holttum
Source:
Zingiberaceae resource centre
Year:
1950
Citation Micro:
Gard. Bull. Singapore 13:162. (1950)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000497583
Common Names
- Plagiostachys Mucida
- Mucid Plagiostachys
- Mucid Fan-Fern
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Plagiostachys mucida (also called 'Mucid Plagiostachys', among many other common names) is a perennial herb with long, narrow leaves and small, white flowers native to the Caribbean. It typically grows in dry forests and coastal areas.
Uses & Benefits
Plagiostachys mucida is a low-growing, spreading plant that is often used as a groundcover. It has small, white flowers and is drought-tolerant. It is often used in rock gardens or as an edging plant.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Plagiostachys mucida 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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Plagiostachys mucida 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 mucida
Plagiostachys mucida can be found in the tropical areas of Asia, Australia, and the Pacific Islands.
Plagiostachys mucida FAQ
What is the scientific name of Plagiostachys mucida?
Plagiostachys mucida
What is the common name of Plagiostachys mucida?
Foxtail Fern
What type of plant is Plagiostachys mucida?
Fern
Species in the Plagiostachys genus
Plagiostachys albiflora, Plagiostachys austrosinensis, Plagiostachys bracteolata, Plagiostachys breviramosa, Plagiostachys corrugata, Plagiostachys crocydocalyx, Plagiostachys elegans, Plagiostachys escritorii, Plagiostachys glandulosa, Plagiostachys lateralis, Plagiostachys mucida, Plagiostachys parva, Plagiostachys parviflora, Plagiostachys philippinensis, Plagiostachys ridleyi, Plagiostachys rolfei, Plagiostachys strobilifera, Plagiostachys sumatrensis, Plagiostachys uviformis, Plagiostachys lasiophylla, Plagiostachys oblanceolata, Plagiostachys brevicalcarata, Plagiostachys longicaudata, Plagiostachys megacarpa, Plagiostachys roseiflora, Plagiostachys viridisepala, Plagiostachys nicobarica, Plagiostachys odorata, Plagiostachys lata, Plagiostachys altistachya,
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
Richard Eric Holttum (1895-1990): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Holttum' in the authors string.
RBGE Resource Centre record for wfo-0000497583: Based on the initial data import