Ixonanthes petiolaris - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
petiolaris
ID:
733600
Status:
valid
Authors:
Blume
Source:
ksu
Year:
1852
Citation Micro:
Mus. Bot. 1: 396 (1852)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000732933
Common Names
- Petiolate Ixonanthes
- Ixonanthes petiolaris
- Ixonanthes
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- Pierotia reticulata Blume [unknown]
- Ixonanthes multiflora Stapf ex Ridl. [unknown]
Description
Ixonanthes petiolaris (also called white-wood, white-wood tree, or white-wood vine, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Polygonaceae. It is native to tropical Africa, from Nigeria east to Uganda and south to Angola. It grows in lowland and montane rainforests, and is a large tree, reaching up to 30 m tall.
Uses & Benefits
Ixonanthes petiolaris is a popular ornamental shrub, often used as a hedge or border plant in gardens. Its flowers are edible and can be used in salads or cooked as a vegetable. It is also used in traditional Chinese medicine to treat various ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Ixonanthes petiolaris is a white-pink, star-shaped head, with a long, thin stem. The seeds are small, black and oval-shaped. The seedlings are thin, with long, narrow leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Ixonanthes petiolaris is a hardy evergreen shrub that can be propagated by division in spring or autumn. It prefers a sunny position in well-drained soil and is tolerant of dry conditions. It can be grown in containers and should be watered regularly during dry periods. Pruning is not necessary.
Where to Find Ixonanthes petiolaris
Ixonanthes petiolaris is native to India, Sri Lanka, and the Himalayas. It is found in tropical and subtropical forests, as well as in grasslands and scrublands.
Ixonanthes petiolaris FAQ
What is the scientific name of Ixonanthes petiolaris?
Ixonanthes petiolaris
What is the common name of Ixonanthes petiolaris?
Petiolar Ixonanthes
Where is Ixonanthes petiolaris native to?
Central and South America
Species in the Ixonanthes genus
Species in the Ixonanthaceae family
Cyrillopsis micrantha, Cyrillopsis paraensis, Ixonanthes icosandra, Ixonanthes petiolaris, Ixonanthes reticulata, Ochthocosmus roraimae, Ochthocosmus multiflorus, Ochthocosmus berryi, Ochthocosmus longipedicellatus, Ochthocosmus gossweileri, Ochthocosmus floribundus, Ochthocosmus attenuatus, Ochthocosmus barrae, Phyllocosmus sessiliflorus, Phyllocosmus lemaireanus, Phyllocosmus congolensis, Phyllocosmus calothyrsus, Phyllocosmus africanus,
References
Carl Ludwig Blume (1796-1862): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Blume' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:544284-1: Based on the initial data import