Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Rosales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
erectus
ID:
473783

Status:
valid

Authors:
Urb.

Source:
ksu

Year:
1930

Citation Micro:
Ark. Bot. 23A(5): 52 (1930)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000473115

Common Names

  • Phenax Erectus
  • Erectus Phenax
  • Erectus' Phenax

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Description

Phenax erectus (also called Erect False Nettle, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to the Mediterranean region. It grows in dry, sunny areas and has a hairy stem and leaves, with small white flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Phenax erectus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It is also used for erosion control.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Phenax erectus has small, yellow flowers with five petals. The seed is a small, dark brown nutlet. The seedlings have a single pair of cotyledons and a few long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Phenax erectus is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate light shade. It can be propagated by seed or division in spring or autumn.

Where to Find Phenax erectus

Phenax erectus is native to the Caribbean and can be found in Cuba, Jamaica, and Haiti.

Phenax erectus FAQ

What is the optimal temperature for Phenax erectus?

Phenax erectus prefers a temperature range of 65-75°F (18-24°C).

How much light does Phenax erectus need?

Phenax erectus prefers bright, indirect light.

How often should Phenax erectus be watered?

Phenax erectus should be watered when the top inch of soil is dry.

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,

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