Polianthes

Polianthes
Polianthes tuberosa
Scientific classification
Kingdom: Plantae
Clade: Tracheophytes
Clade: Angiosperms
Clade: Monocots
Order: Asparagales
Family: Asparagaceae
Subfamily: Agavoideae
Genus: Polianthes
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Synonyms
  • × Bravanthes Cif. & Giacom.
  • Bravoa Lex.
  • Coetocapnia Link & Otto
  • Pothos Adans.
  • Pseudobravoa Rose
  • Robynsia Drapiez
  • Tuberosa Heist. ex Fabr.
  • Zetocapnia Link & Otto

Polianthes /ˌpɒliˈænθiːz/ is a genus of flowering plants in family Asparagaceae. It includes 23 species native to Mexico. One of its species is the tuberose, Polianthes tuberosa, a plant that is commonly used in perfume making.

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