Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Celastrales
Genus:
Species:
populnea
ID:
1293349

Status:
valid

Authors:
Reissek

Source:
tro

Year:
1861

Citation Micro:
Fl. Bras. 11(1): 31 (1861)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001292687



Common Names

  • Poplar Plenckia
  • Plenckia populnea
  • Poplar Plenckia Plant


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Uses & Benefits

Plenckia populnea is an ornamental plant used in gardens and parks. It has a moderate growth rate and can be used as a hedge or a screen. It is also used for erosion control and as a windbreak.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Plenckia populnea var. angustifolia Reissek
Plenckia populnea var. cordifolia Reissek
Plenckia populnea var. obovata Reissek
Plenckia populnea var. populnea

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Plenckia populnea is a small, white, five-petaled flower with yellow anthers. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Plenckia populnea is a fast-growing evergreen shrub that can reach up to 6 feet tall. It is native to Mexico and Central America and is hardy in USDA zones 9-11. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is done by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a warm, moist environment and kept at a temperature of 70-75°F. Cuttings should be taken from semi-ripe wood in the summer and rooted in a warm, moist environment.

Where to Find Plenckia populnea

Plenckia populnea is native to Mexico and can be found in the states of Oaxaca, Guerrero, and Chiapas.

Plenckia populnea FAQ

What is the growth rate of Plenckia populnea?

Plenckia populnea is a slow-growing plant.

What is the soil type of Plenckia populnea?

Plenckia populnea prefers sandy, well-drained soils.

What is the light requirement of Plenckia populnea?

Plenckia populnea prefers full sun to partial shade.

Species in the Celastraceae family

Acanthothamnus aphyllus, Allocassine laurifolia, Anthodon decussatus, Anthodon panamense, Apatophyllum constablei, Apatophyllum flavovirens, Apatophyllum macgillivrayi, Apatophyllum olsenii, Apatophyllum teretifolium, Apodostigma pallens, Arnicratea cambodiana, Arnicratea ferruginea, Bequaertia mucronata, Brassiantha pentamera, Brassiantha hedraiantheroides, Brexia alaticarpa, Brexia australis, Brexia madagascariensis, Brexia marioniae, Brexiella cymosa, Brexiella ilicifolia, Campylostemon angolense, Campylostemon bequaertii, Campylostemon danckelmannianus, Campylostemon laurentii, Campylostemon lindequistianus, Campylostemon mitophorus, Campylostemon warneckeanum, Canotia holacantha, Canotia wendtii, Cassine albens, Cassine balae, Cassine burkeana, Cassine congylos, Cassine grossa, Cassine kedarnathii, Cassine koordersii, Cassine megaphylla, Cassine micrantha, Cassine obiensis, Cassine parvifolia, Cassine peragua, Cassine kamurensis, Catha edulis, Celastrus aculeatus, Celastrus angulata, Celastrus australis, Celastrus caseariifolius, Celastrus cuneatus, Celastrus flagellaris,

References