Radermachera stellata - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
stellata
ID:
779410
Status:
valid
Authors:
Steenis
Source:
iplants
Year:
1976
Citation Micro:
Blumea 23: 130 (1976)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000778743
Common Names
- Radermachera stellata
- Stellata Banyan
- Stellata Tree
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Radermachera stellata (also called Star-shaped 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 stellata is used as an ornamental plant and for erosion control.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Radermachera stellata 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 stellata 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 stellata
Radermachera stellata can be found in the tropical regions of Southeast Asia, including parts of Thailand, Malaysia, and Indonesia.
Radermachera stellata FAQ
What is the natural habitat of Radermachera stellata?
Radermachera stellata is native to India and Sri Lanka.
What are the soil requirements for Radermachera stellata?
Radermachera stellata prefers well-drained, slightly acidic soil.
What is the best way to propagate Radermachera stellata?
Radermachera stellata 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:110524-1: 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].