Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Genus:
Species:
kuangii
ID:
262095

Status:
valid

Authors:
Y.T.Chang

Source:
wcs

Year:
1982

Citation Micro:
Acta Phytotax. Sin. 20: 224 (1982)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000261427



Common Names

  • Kuang's Ostodes
  • Panicled Ostodes
  • Rivet's Ostodes


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Description

Ostodes kuangii (also called Kuang's Ostodes, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Araliaceae. It is endemic to the Philippines. It is a small shrub, growing up to 1 m tall. It has small, pinnate leaves with up to 5 leaflets. It is found in lowland and montane forests.

Uses & Benefits

Ostodes kuangii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge. It is also used as a medicinal plant in traditional medicine.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Flower: small, yellow, and fragrant. Seed: small, black, and round. Seedlings: small, green, and oval-shaped.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ostodes kuangii is a species of flowering plant in the family Araliaceae. It is native to China. It is an evergreen shrub or small tree that grows to a height of up to 5 m (16 ft). It is cultivated as an ornamental plant for its attractive foliage and fragrant flowers. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings.

Where to Find Ostodes kuangii

Ostodes kuangii is native to Southeast Asia, including India, Sri Lanka, and Thailand.

Ostodes kuangii FAQ

What is the natural habitat of Ostodes kuangii?

Ostodes kuangii is native to the Philippines.

What is the size of Ostodes kuangii?

Ostodes kuangii can reach a height of up to 10 meters.

What is the scientific name of Ostodes kuangii?

The scientific name of Ostodes kuangii is Ostodes kuangii.

Species in the Ostodes genus

Species in the Euphorbiaceae family

Acalypha peckoltii, Acalypha peduncularis, Acalypha pendula, Acalypha perrieri, Acalypha persimilis, Acalypha peruviana, Acalypha pervilleana, Acalypha phleoides, Acalypha phyllonomifolia, Acalypha pilosa, Acalypha pippenii, Acalypha pittieri, Acalypha platyphylla, Acalypha pleiogyne, Acalypha plicata, Acalypha pohliana, Acalypha poiretii, Acalypha polymorpha, Acalypha polystachya, Acalypha portoricensis, Acalypha pruinosa, Acalypha pruriens, Acalypha pseudalopecuroides, Acalypha pseudovagans, Acalypha psilostachya, Acalypha pubiflora, Acalypha pulchrespicata, Acalypha punctata, Acalypha purpurascens, Acalypha purpusii, Acalypha pycnantha, Acalypha pygmaea, Acalypha radians, Acalypha radicans, Acalypha radinostachya, Acalypha radula, Acalypha radula, Acalypha rafaelensis, Acalypha raivavensis, Acalypha rapensis, Acalypha reflexa, Acalypha repanda, Acalypha retifera, Acalypha rhombifolia, Acalypha rhomboidea, Acalypha richardiana, Acalypha riedeliana, Acalypha rivularis, Acalypha rottleroides, Acalypha rubrinervis,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-144594: Based on the initial data import
Zhang Yongtian (b.1936): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Y.T.Chang' in the authors string.