Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Apiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
simplex
ID:
295650

Status:
valid

Authors:
(G.Forst.) A.D.Mitch., Frodin & Heads

Source:
wcs

Year:
1997

Citation Micro:
New Zealand J. Bot. 35: 313 (1997)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000294982

Common Names

  • Raukaua simplex
  • Raukaua Palm
  • Raukaua

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Synonyms

  • Neopanax simplex (G.Forst.) Allan [unknown]
  • Nothopanax simplex (G.Forst.) Seem. [unknown]
  • Panax simplex G.Forst. [unknown]
  • Pseudopanax simplex (G.Forst.) K.Koch [unknown]

Description

Raukaua simplex (also called Simple raukaua, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that can reach up to 8 m in height. It is native to Mexico and Central America. It is found in tropical and subtropical dry and moist forests, as well as in secondary forests and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Raukaua simplex is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge plant.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Raukaua simplex var. simplex
Raukaua simplex var. sinclairii (Hook.f.) A.D.Mitch., Frodin & Heads

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Raukaua simplex has small, white flowers with five petals. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Raukaua simplex is a species of shrub native to Central and South America. It can be grown in full sun to partial shade and prefers well-drained soils. Propagation is typically done through seed, cuttings, or layering.

Where to Find Raukaua simplex

Raukaua simplex can be found in New Zealand.

Raukaua simplex FAQ

What is the scientific name of Raukaua simplex?

Raukaua simplex

What are the common names of Raukaua simplex?

Common names include: Simplex, Simplex, and Simplex

What is the natural habitat of Raukaua simplex?

Raukaua simplex is found in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests, as well as in disturbed areas

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-176792: Based on the initial data import
Georg Forster (1754-1794): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'G.Forst.' in the authors string.
Michael J. Heads (b.1957): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Heads' in the authors string.
David Gamman Frodin (1940-2019): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Frodin' in the authors string.
Anthony D. Mitchell: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.D.Mitch.' in the authors string.