Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Dipsacales
Species:
szovitsii
ID:
397404

Status:
valid

Authors:
Boiss.

Source:
ksu

Year:
1875

Citation Micro:
Fl. Orient. 3: 150 (1875)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000396736



Common Names

  • Pterocephalus szovitsii
  • Szovits' False Flax
  • Szovits' Pterocephalus


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Description

Pterocephalus szovitsii (also called Pterocephalus szovitsii, among many other common names) is a species of tree in the family Dipterocarpaceae. It is native to Southeast Asia, where it is found in Thailand, Vietnam, Laos, Myanmar, and Malaysia. It is found in tropical moist lowland forests and moist montane forests.

Uses & Benefits

Pterocephalus szovitsii is used as an ornamental plant and in traditional medicine to treat fever, headache, and other ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Pterocephalus szovitsii is a small, white, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, thin, and have a light green color.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pterocephalus szovitsii is an evergreen shrub that prefers moist, well-drained soils in full sun. Propagation is by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring and cuttings can be taken in summer.

Where to Find Pterocephalus szovitsii

Pterocephalus szovitsii is native to the tropical rainforests of Southeast Asia.

Pterocephalus szovitsii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pterocephalus szovitsii?

Pterocephalus szovitsii

What is the common name of Pterocephalus szovitsii?

Szovitsii

What is the natural habitat of Pterocephalus szovitsii?

Tropical and subtropical forests

Species in the Pterocephalus genus

Pterocephalus bellidifolius, Pterocephalus dumetorum, Pterocephalus gedrosiacus, Pterocephalus fruticulosus, Pterocephalus arabicus, Pterocephalus depressus, Pterocephalus canus, Pterocephalus brevis, Pterocephalus khorassanicus, Pterocephalus nestorianus, Pterocephalus multiflorus, Pterocephalus lignosus, Pterocephalus laxus, Pterocephalus lasiospermus, Pterocephalus intermedius, Pterocephalus hookeri, Pterocephalus kurdicus, Pterocephalus glandulosissimus, Pterocephalus pulverulentus, Pterocephalus strictus, Pterocephalus spathulatus, Pterocephalus shepardii, Pterocephalus sanctus, Pterocephalus pterocephalus, Pterocephalus plumosus, Pterocephalus pinardi, Pterocephalus persicus, Pterocephalus pyrethrifolius, Pterocephalus szovitsii, Pterocephalus ghahremanii, Pterocephalus wendelboi, Pterocephalus virens, Pterocephalus porphyranthus, Pterocephalus frutescens,

Species in the Caprifoliaceae family

Bassecoia bretschneideri, Bassecoia siamensis, Bassecoia hookeri, Cephalaria duzceensis, Cephalaria alpina, Cephalaria ambrosioides, Cephalaria anatolica, Cephalaria aristata, Cephalaria armeniaca, Cephalaria armerioides, Cephalaria armoraciifolia, Cephalaria attenuata, Cephalaria axillaris, Cephalaria aytachii, Cephalaria balansae, Cephalaria balkharica, Cephalaria beijiangensis, Cephalaria calcarea, Cephalaria cedrorum, Cephalaria charadzeae, Cephalaria cilicica, Cephalaria coriacea, Cephalaria dagestanica, Cephalaria decurrens, Cephalaria demetrii, Cephalaria dichaetophora, Cephalaria dirmilensis, Cephalaria ekimiana, Cephalaria elazigensis, Cephalaria elmaliensis, Cephalaria fanourii, Cephalaria flava, Cephalaria foliosa, Cephalaria galpiniana, Cephalaria gazipashensis, Cephalaria gigantea, Cephalaria goetzei, Cephalaria hakkiarica, Cephalaria hirsuta, Cephalaria humilis, Cephalaria integrifolia, Cephalaria isaurica, Cephalaria joppensis, Cephalaria juncea, Cephalaria katangensis, Cephalaria kesruanica, Cephalaria kotschyi, Cephalaria laevigata, Cephalaria leucantha, Cephalaria litvinovii,