Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Zingiberales
Species:
rolfei
ID:
498309

Status:
valid

Authors:
(K.Schum.) Ridl.

Source:
Zingiberaceae resource centre

Year:
1909

Citation Micro:
Philipp. J. Sci., C 4:179. (1909)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000497641



Common Names

  • Rolfe's Plagiostachys
  • Rolfe's Plagiostachys Palm
  • Fan Palm


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Synonyms

  • Alpinia rolfei K.Schum. [valid]

Description

Plagiostachys rolfei (also called Fan Flower, among many other common names) is a perennial shrub native to Southeast Asia. It has small, fan-shaped flowers that range in color from white to pink and purple. It grows best in full sun and well-drained soil.

Uses & Benefits

Plagiostachys rolfei 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

The flowers of Plagiostachys rolfei are white, with a yellow center. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are short and slender.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Plagiostachys rolfei is a low-growing, spreading shrub that grows to a height of up to 1m. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or summer in a well-drained, sandy soil. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and planted in a well-drained, sandy soil.

Where to Find Plagiostachys rolfei

Plagiostachys rolfei is native to tropical and subtropical climates, primarily in Asia.

Plagiostachys rolfei FAQ

What is the scientific name of Plagiostachys rolfei?

Plagiostachys rolfei

What is the common name of Plagiostachys rolfei?

Rolfe's Plagiostachys

What is the natural habitat of Plagiostachys rolfei?

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

Henry Nicholas Ridley (1855-1956): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ridl.' in the authors string.
Karl Moritz Schumann (1851-1904): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'K.Schum.' in the authors string.
RBGE Resource Centre record for wfo-0000497641: Based on the initial data import