Radermachera inflata - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
inflata
ID:
779389
Status:
valid
Authors:
Steenis
Source:
iplants
Year:
1976
Citation Micro:
Blumea 23: 128 (1976)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000778722
Common Names
- Radermachera inflata
- Inflated Banyan
- Inflated Tree
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Radermachera inflata (also called Inflated Radermachera, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub or small tree native to Southeast Asia. It has glossy, dark green leaves and clusters of fragrant white flowers. It is typically found in tropical and subtropical forests, as well as in disturbed areas.
Uses & Benefits
Radermachera inflata is an attractive ornamental plant used in gardens and parks. It can also be used as a hedge or screen to provide privacy and shade.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Radermachera inflata has white flowers with yellow centers and dark brown seeds. The seedlings have glossy, dark green leaves.
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Radermachera inflata is a hardy evergreen shrub that can be grown in full sun or partial shade. It prefers well-drained soil and can tolerate some drought. Propagation is by seed or cuttings in spring or summer.
Where to Find Radermachera inflata
Radermachera inflata can be found in India, Nepal, and Sri Lanka.
Radermachera inflata FAQ
What is the natural habitat of Radermachera inflata?
Radermachera inflata is native to India and Sri Lanka.
What are the soil requirements for Radermachera inflata?
Radermachera inflata prefers well-drained, slightly acidic soil.
What is the best way to propagate Radermachera inflata?
Radermachera inflata can be propagated from seed or cuttings.
Species in the Radermachera genus
Radermachera boniana, Radermachera coriacea, Radermachera eberhardtii, Radermachera frondosa, Radermachera gigantea, Radermachera glandulosa, Radermachera hainanensis, Radermachera inflata, Radermachera microcalyx, Radermachera peninsularis, Radermachera pentandra, Radermachera quadripinna, Radermachera ramiflora, Radermachera sinica, Radermachera stellata, Radermachera xylocarpa, Radermachera yunnanensis, Radermachera quadripinnata,
Species in the Bignoniaceae family
Adenocalymma neoflavidum, Adenocalymma pseudopatulum, Adenocalymma acutissimum, Adenocalymma apparicianum, Adenocalymma apurense, Adenocalymma arthropetiolatum, Adenocalymma bracteatum, Adenocalymma bracteolatum, Adenocalymma bullatum, Adenocalymma calderonii, Adenocalymma chocoense, Adenocalymma coriaceum, Adenocalymma cymbalum, Adenocalymma dichilum, Adenocalymma divaricatum, Adenocalymma dugandii, Adenocalymma dusenii, Adenocalymma flavum, Adenocalymma fruticosum, Adenocalymma gracielzae, Adenocalymma hatschbachii, Adenocalymma heterophyllum, Adenocalymma hirtum, Adenocalymma hypostictum, Adenocalymma impressum, Adenocalymma inundatum, Adenocalymma macrophyllum, Adenocalymma magdalenense, Adenocalymma magnificum, Adenocalymma marginatum, Adenocalymma nervosum, Adenocalymma paulistarum, Adenocalymma prancei, Adenocalymma salmoneum, Adenocalymma saulense, Adenocalymma scabriusculum, Adenocalymma scansile, Adenocalymma sousae, Adenocalymma subincanum, Adenocalymma subsessilifolium, Adenocalymma subspicatum, Adenocalymma tephrinocalyx, Adenocalymma ternatum, Adenocalymma trifoliatum, Adenocalymma ubatubense, Adenocalymma uleanum, Adenocalymma cladotrichum, Adenocalymma reticulatum, Adenocalymma velutinum, Adenocalymma adenophorum,
References
Cornelis Gijsbert Gerrit Jan van Steenis (1901-1986): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Steenis' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:110508-1: Govaerts R (ed.). 2023. WCVP: World Checklist of Vascular Plants [Version 11]. Facilitated by the Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew. [WWW document] URL http://sftp.kew.org/pub/data-repositories/WCVP/ [accessed 20 April 2023].