Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Sapindales
Species:
curtisii
ID:
395197

Status:
valid

Authors:
(King) Corner

Source:
ksu

Year:
1939

Citation Micro:
Gard. Bull. Straits Settlem. 10: 262 (1939)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000394529



Common Names

  • Pentaspadon curtisii
  • Curtis' Pentaspadon
  • Pentaspadon


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Synonyms

  • Microstemon curtisii King [unknown]

Description

Pentaspadon curtisii (also called Curtis' Pentaspadon, among many other common names) is a perennial herb with a woody stem and a height of 0.3-1.2 m. It is native to China, India, and Southeast Asia, and is found in grasslands, scrub, and open forests.

Uses & Benefits

Pentaspadon curtisii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used for medicinal purposes and to make furniture.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Pentaspadon curtisii is a small, yellow, fragrant flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedling is a small, green, oval-shaped plant.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pentaspadon curtisii is a fast-growing evergreen shrub that can reach up to 3 m in height. It is propagated by seeds or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood branches and planted in a well-drained soil mix. Keep the soil moist and provide plenty of light.

Where to Find Pentaspadon curtisii

Pentaspadon curtisii can be found in India, Sri Lanka, and Myanmar.

Pentaspadon curtisii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pentaspadon curtisii?

Pentaspadon curtisii

What is the common name of Pentaspadon curtisii?

Curtisii Pentaspadon

What is the family of Pentaspadon curtisii?

Annonaceae

Species in the Anacardiaceae family

Abrahamia buxifolia, Abrahamia thouvenotii, Abrahamia littoralis, Abrahamia latifolia, Abrahamia minutifolia, Abrahamia ditimena, Abrahamia betamponensis, Abrahamia capuronii, Abrahamia delphinensis, Abrahamia ellipticarpa, Abrahamia elongata, Abrahamia itromoensis, Abrahamia turkii, Abrahamia deflexa, Abrahamia grandidieri, Abrahamia humbertii, Abrahamia ibityensis, Abrahamia lecomtei, Abrahamia lenticellata, Abrahamia lokobensis, Abrahamia longipetiolata, Abrahamia louvelii, Abrahamia nitida, Abrahamia oblongifolia, Abrahamia pauciflora, Abrahamia phillipsonii, Abrahamia sambiranensis, Abrahamia sericea, Abrahamia suarezensis, Abrahamia viguieri, Abrahamia revoluta, Abrahamia antongilensis, Abrahamia darainensis, Abrahamia patrickii, Actinocheita filicina, Allospondias lakonensis, Allospondias laxiflora, Amphipterygium simplicifolium, Amphipterygium adstringens, Amphipterygium amplifolium, Amphipterygium glaucum, Amphipterygium molle, Anacardium amapaense, Anacardium amilcarianum, Anacardium brasiliense, Anacardium caracolii, Anacardium corymbosum, Anacardium curatellifolium, Anacardium excelsum, Anacardium fruticosum,

References

George King (1840-1909): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'King' in the authors string.
Edred John Henry Corner (1906-1996): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Corner' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:70218-1: Based on the initial data import