A Newly Naturalized Species in Taiwan: Pilea nummulariifolia (Swartz) Weddell (Urticaceae)
Resource
Taiwania, 54(2), 179-182
Journal
Taiwania
Journal Volume
54
Journal Issue
2
Pages
179-182
Date Issued
2009-06
Date
2009-06
Author(s)
Wu, S.H.
Chang, C.Y.
Tsai, J.K.
Chen, C.F.
Liu, Y.Y.
Deng, Y.C.
Hsieh, T.H.
Abstract
This report is regarding the naturalization status of an introduced ornamental species, Pilea nummulariifolia (Swartz) Weddell. Pilea nummulariifolia, a member of Urticaceae, is originated from tropical America, and has been widely cultivated through out the island of Taiwan. This species can be identified by its rounded leaves with toothed edges and long ascending or procumbent stem with densely hairs. This paper describes this newly naturalized species and provides line drawing and photograph for identification.
Subjects
Urticaceae
Pilea nummulariifolia
Naturalized
Taiwan
蕁麻科
古錢?水花
歸化
臺灣
Type
journal article
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