Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malvales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
radicans
ID:
492503

Status:
valid

Authors:
Gagnep.

Source:
ksu

Year:
1909

Citation Micro:
Notul. Syst. (Paris) 1: 83 (1909)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000491835



Common Names

  • Sterculia radicans
  • Ceylon Oak
  • Indian Almond


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Description

Sterculia radicans (also called Climbing Sterculia, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to Australia. It has a woody stem and pinnate leaves. The leaves are up to 20 cm long and have 3-5 leaflets. The flowers are yellow and are borne in clusters. It is found in a variety of habitats, from rainforests to open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Sterculia radicans is used as a food source, for its wood, and as an ornamental plant in gardens.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Sterculia radicans is a white to yellowish-green, with a long, curved corolla tube. The seed of Sterculia radicans is a brown, ovoid, and flattened. The seedling of Sterculia radicans has a single cotyledon and a pair of opposite, simple leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Sterculia radicans is a species of plant in the Sterculiaceae family. It is native to Southeast Asia. It is an evergreen tree that grows in tropical climates. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and full sun. Propagation is done by seed or by cuttings. The seeds should be sown on a medium of sphagnum moss and kept in a warm, humid environment.

Where to Find Sterculia radicans

Sterculia radicans is native to tropical regions of Asia, including India, China, and Thailand.

Sterculia radicans FAQ

What is the scientific name of Sterculia radicans?

Sterculia radicans

What is the common name of Sterculia radicans?

Climbing Sterculia

What is the natural habitat of Sterculia radicans?

Tropical rainforests of South and Southeast Asia

Species in the Sterculia genus

Sterculia edelfeltii, Sterculia ellipticifolia, Sterculia elmeri, Sterculia fanaiho, Sterculia foetida, Sterculia forsteri, Sterculia chlamydothyrsa, Sterculia carrii, Sterculia chrysodasys, Sterculia cinerea, Sterculia hewittii, Sterculia harmandii, Sterculia hypochroa, Sterculia hyposticta, Sterculia insularis, Sterculia gilva, Sterculia gracilipes, Sterculia guttata, Sterculia aberrans, Sterculia backeri, Sterculia balanghas, Sterculia banksiana, Sterculia blumei, Sterculia bracteata, Sterculia campaniflora, Sterculia acuminatissima, Sterculia africana, Sterculia apetala, Sterculia arabica, Sterculia ampla, Sterculia pojoira, Sterculia peekelii, Sterculia perryae, Sterculia pruriens, Sterculia ponapensis, Sterculia oblonga, Sterculia palauensis, Sterculia oblongata, Sterculia papuana, Sterculia parkinsonii, Sterculia pseudopeltata, Sterculia rhinopetala, Sterculia rhoidifolia, Sterculia rhynchocarpa, Sterculia rhynchophylla, Sterculia ripicola, Sterculia rubiginosa, Sterculia rugosa, Sterculia sangirensis, Sterculia quadrifida,

Species in the Malvaceae family

Abelmoschus angulosus, Abelmoschus caillei, Abelmoschus crinitus, Abelmoschus esculentus, Abelmoschus ficulneus, Abelmoschus hostilis, Abelmoschus magnificus, Abelmoschus manihot, Abelmoschus moschatus, Abelmoschus muliensis, Abelmoschus sagittifolius, Abelmoschus enbeepeegearensis, Abroma augustum, Abutilon abutiloides, Abutilon affine, Abutilon alii, Abutilon amplum, Abutilon andrewsianum, Abutilon andrieuxii, Abutilon anglosomaliae, Abutilon angulatum, Abutilon anodoides, Abutilon appendiculatum, Abutilon arenarium, Abutilon arequipense, Abutilon auritum, Abutilon austroafricanum, Abutilon badium, Abutilon balansae, Abutilon bastardioides, Abutilon benedictum, Abutilon berlandieri, Abutilon bidentatum, Abutilon bracteosum, Abutilon buchii, Abutilon burandtii, Abutilon bussei, Abutilon californicum, Abutilon calliphyllum, Abutilon carinatum, Abutilon coahuilae, Abutilon commutatum, Abutilon cryptopetalum, Abutilon cuspidatum, Abutilon densiflorum, Abutilon dinteri, Abutilon dispermum, Abutilon divaricatum, Abutilon dugesii, Abutilon durandoi,