Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Zingiberales
Species:
parviflora
ID:
498268

Status:
valid

Authors:
(C.Presl) Ridl.

Source:
Zingiberaceae resource centre

Year:
1909

Citation Micro:
Philipp. J. Sci., C 4:178. (1909)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000497600



Common Names

  • Plagiostachys Parviflora
  • Small-Flowered Plagiostachys
  • Small-Flowered Fan-Fern


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Synonyms

  • Alpinia parviflora Rolfe [valid]
  • Cardamomum parviflorum (C.Presl) Kuntze [valid]

Description

Plagiostachys parviflora (also called Chinese fan palm, among many other common names) is a small palm tree with a single trunk and fan-shaped leaves. It is native to China, Taiwan, and Vietnam, and can be found in tropical and subtropical forests.

Uses & Benefits

Plagiostachys parviflora is a popular ornamental plant in gardens and can be used as a hedge or a screen. It is also used in landscaping and as a ground cover.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Plagiostachys parviflora 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 parviflora can be propagated through seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring in a cold frame, and cuttings should be taken in the summer. The plant prefers full sun and well-drained soil.

Where to Find Plagiostachys parviflora

Plagiostachys parviflora can be found in tropical and subtropical climates, primarily in Asia. It is also found in parts of Australia, Africa, and the Americas.

Plagiostachys parviflora FAQ

What is the scientific name of Plagiostachys parviflora?

Plagiostachys parviflora

What is the common name of Plagiostachys parviflora?

Small-Flowered Foxtail Fern

What type of plant is Plagiostachys parviflora?

Fern

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

Carl Borivoj Presl (1794-1852): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.Presl' in the authors string.
Henry Nicholas Ridley (1855-1956): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ridl.' in the authors string.
RBGE Resource Centre record for wfo-0000497600: Based on the initial data import