Radermachera sinica - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
sinica
ID:
779408
Status:
valid
Authors:
(Hance) Hemsl.
Source:
iplants
Year:
1905
Citation Micro:
Hooker's Icon. Pl. 28: t. 2728 (1905)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000778741
Common Names
- Radermachera sinica
- Chinese Banyan
- Sinica Tree
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Radermachera sinica (also called Chinese 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 sinica 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 sinica has white flowers with yellow centers and dark brown seeds. The seedlings have glossy, dark green leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Radermachera sinica is a perennial shrub that prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is done by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring in a warm, sunny location. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer.
Where to Find Radermachera sinica
Radermachera sinica can be found in the tropical regions of Southeast Asia, including parts of Thailand, Malaysia, and Indonesia.
Radermachera sinica FAQ
What is the natural habitat of Radermachera sinica?
Radermachera sinica is native to China.
What are the soil requirements for Radermachera sinica?
Radermachera sinica prefers well-drained, slightly acidic soil.
What is the best way to propagate Radermachera sinica?
Radermachera sinica 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
William Hemsley (1843-1924): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hemsl.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:110522-1: 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].