Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Species:
peninsularis
ID:
779397

Status:
valid

Authors:
Steenis

Source:
iplants

Year:
1976

Citation Micro:
Blumea 23: 128 (1976)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000778730



Common Names

  • Radermachera peninsularis
  • Peninsula Banyan
  • Peninsula Tree


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Description

Radermachera peninsularis (also called Peninsular 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 peninsularis has been used as a traditional medicine for the treatment of fever, headache, and stomachache. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Radermachera peninsularis has white flowers with yellow centers and dark brown seeds. The seedlings have glossy, dark green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Radermachera peninsularis 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 peninsularis

Radermachera peninsularis can be found in the tropical regions of Southeast Asia, including parts of Thailand, Malaysia, and Indonesia.

Radermachera peninsularis FAQ

What is the natural habitat of Radermachera peninsularis?

Radermachera peninsularis is native to India and Sri Lanka.

What are the soil requirements for Radermachera peninsularis?

Radermachera peninsularis prefers well-drained, slightly acidic soil.

What is the best way to propagate Radermachera peninsularis?

Radermachera peninsularis can be propagated from seed or cuttings.

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:110514-1: 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].