Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Apiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
plumosa
ID:
259461

Status:
valid

Authors:
H.L.Li

Source:
wcs

Year:
1942

Citation Micro:
Sargentia 2: 114 (1942)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000258793

Common Names

  • Aralia plumosa
  • Plumosa Aralia
  • Aralia Plumosa

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Synonyms

  • Pentapanax plumosus (H.L.Li) C.B.Shang [unknown]
  • Pentapanax wilsonii plumosus (H.L.Li) Y.F.Deng [unknown]
  • Aralia wilsonii plumosa (H.L.Li) K.M.Feng [unknown]

Description

Aralia plumosa (also called Plumose Aralia, among many other common names) is a species of shrub native to East Asia. It is a medium-sized shrub, growing up to 2 meters tall. It typically grows in moist forests, in open areas, and in disturbed habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Aralia plumosa is used for its medicinal properties, such as for treating skin diseases and as a laxative. It is also used for making edible oil and in the production of soaps, shampoos, and detergents.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Aralia plumosa is white and has a tubular structure. The seed is small and round with a brownish-black color. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with two leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Aralia plumosa is a fast-growing deciduous shrub that can reach up to 4m in height. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is best done by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken in late summer or early autumn and planted in a well-drained soil mix.

Where to Find Aralia plumosa

Aralia plumosa is native to North America and can be found in moist woods and thickets.

Aralia plumosa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Aralia plumosa?

Aralia plumosa

What is the common name of Aralia plumosa?

Fernleaf Aralia

What is the natural habitat of Aralia plumosa?

Temperate regions of Asia

Species in the Aralia genus

Aralia apioides, Aralia armata, Aralia atropurpurea, Aralia bicrenata, Aralia bipinnata, Aralia cachemirica, Aralia caesia, Aralia californica, Aralia castanopsisicola, Aralia chinensis, Aralia continentalis, Aralia cordata, Aralia dasyphylla, Aralia dasyphylloides, Aralia debilis, Aralia decaisneana, Aralia delavayi, Aralia echinocaulis, Aralia elata, Aralia excelsa, Aralia fargesii, Aralia ferox, Aralia finlaysoniana, Aralia foliolosa, Aralia frodiniana, Aralia gigantea, Aralia gintungensis, Aralia glabra, Aralia glabrifoliolata, Aralia henryi, Aralia hispida, Aralia humilis, Aralia kansuensis, Aralia kingdon-wardii, Aralia leschenaultii, Aralia malabarica, Aralia melanocarpa, Aralia merrillii, Aralia mexicana, Aralia montana, Aralia nudicaulis, Aralia parasitica, Aralia plumosa, Aralia racemosa, Aralia regeliana, Aralia rex, Aralia scaberula, Aralia scopulorum, Aralia searelliana, Aralia soratensis,

Species in the Araliaceae family

Anakasia simplicifolia, Aralia apioides, Aralia armata, Aralia atropurpurea, Aralia bicrenata, Aralia bipinnata, Aralia cachemirica, Aralia caesia, Aralia californica, Aralia castanopsisicola, Aralia chinensis, Aralia continentalis, Aralia cordata, Aralia dasyphylla, Aralia dasyphylloides, Aralia debilis, Aralia decaisneana, Aralia delavayi, Aralia echinocaulis, Aralia elata, Aralia excelsa, Aralia fargesii, Aralia ferox, Aralia finlaysoniana, Aralia foliolosa, Aralia frodiniana, Aralia gigantea, Aralia gintungensis, Aralia glabra, Aralia glabrifoliolata, Aralia henryi, Aralia hispida, Aralia humilis, Aralia kansuensis, Aralia kingdon-wardii, Aralia leschenaultii, Aralia malabarica, Aralia melanocarpa, Aralia merrillii, Aralia mexicana, Aralia montana, Aralia nudicaulis, Aralia parasitica, Aralia plumosa, Aralia racemosa, Aralia regeliana, Aralia rex, Aralia scaberula, Aralia scopulorum, Aralia searelliana,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-14210: Based on the initial data import
Li Huilin (1911-2002): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.L.Li' in the authors string.