Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Rosales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
sessilifolius
ID:
473685

Status:
valid

Authors:
Urb. & Ekman

Source:
ksu

Year:
1926

Citation Micro:
Ark. Bot. 20A(5): 10 (1926)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000473017

Common Names

  • Sessilifolius Phenax
  • Phenax Sessilifolius
  • Sessilifolius Plant

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Description

Phenax sessilifolius (also called Sessile-leaved Phenax, among many other common names) is an evergreen perennial plant native to Central America. It is a low-growing, creeping plant with small, round, scalloped leaves that are usually green, but can also be variegated. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and partial shade.

Uses & Benefits

Phenax sessilifolius is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used as a groundcover in shady areas.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Phenax sessilifolius has small, white flowers and small, black seeds. The seedlings are small and have a greenish-gray color.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Phenax sessilifolius is a perennial plant that can be propagated by division or by seed. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and full sun to partial shade. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures as low as -10°C (14°F). It can be grown in containers or in the ground.

Where to Find Phenax sessilifolius

Phenax sessilifolius is native to the tropical rainforests of Central and South America. It can be found in nurseries and garden centers in tropical climates.

Phenax sessilifolius FAQ

What is the scientific name of Phenax sessilifolius?

Phenax sessilifolius

What is the family of Phenax sessilifolius?

Amaranthaceae

What is the common name of Phenax sessilifolius?

Sessile-leaved Phenax

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,

References

Ignatz Urban (1848-1931): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Urb.' in the authors string.
Erik Leonard Ekman (1883-1931): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ekman' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:192719-2: Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.