Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Sapindales
Family:
Species:
kotschyi
ID:
474334

Status:
valid

Authors:
Harms

Source:
cmp

Year:
1895

Citation Micro:
Bot. Jahrb. Syst. 22: 154 (1895)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000473666



Common Names

  • Pseudocedrela kotschyi
  • Kotschy's Pseudocedrela
  • Kotschyi Pseudocedrela


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Synonyms

  • Pseudocedrela chevalieri C.DC. [unknown]
  • Surenus kotschyi Kuntze [unknown]
  • Soymida roupalifolia Schweinf. [unknown]
  • Cedrela kotschyi Schweinf. [unknown]

Description

Pseudocedrela kotschyi (also called Kotschy's Pseudocedrela, among many other common names) is an evergreen, perennial, shrub-like, herbaceous plant. It is native to tropical regions of South America, and is found in moist, shady habitats. It has small, round, green leaves with a reddish-brown underside, and small, white flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Pseudocedrela kotschyi is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and homes. It is also used to create a natural privacy screen or hedge, as it grows quickly and is easy to maintain.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Pseudocedrela kotschyi has yellow flowers with five petals. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small with oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pseudocedrela kotschyi is a small to medium-sized tree native to tropical Africa. It is usually propagated from seed, which should be sown in a warm, moist environment. The seedlings should be transplanted to individual containers when they are about 4 inches tall. Once established, the plants should be watered regularly and fertilized every few weeks.

Where to Find Pseudocedrela kotschyi

Pseudocedrela kotschyi is native to India, Sri Lanka, and Southeast Asia.

Pseudocedrela kotschyi FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pseudocedrela kotschyi?

Pseudocedrela kotschyi

What is the natural habitat of Pseudocedrela kotschyi?

Tropical forests

What is the average size of Pseudocedrela kotschyi?

2-3 cm

Species in the Pseudocedrela genus

Species in the Meliaceae family

Aglaia cooperae, Aglaia agglomerata, Aglaia aherniana, Aglaia amplexicaulis, Aglaia angustifolia, Aglaia apiocarpa, Aglaia archboldiana, Aglaia argentea, Aglaia australiensis, Aglaia barbanthera, Aglaia basiphylla, Aglaia beccarii, Aglaia brassii, Aglaia breviracemosa, Aglaia brownii, Aglaia bullata, Aglaia ceramica, Aglaia chittagonga, Aglaia conferta, Aglaia coriacea, Aglaia costata, Aglaia crassinervia, Aglaia cremea, Aglaia cucullata, Aglaia cumingiana, Aglaia cuspidata, Aglaia densisquama, Aglaia densitricha, Aglaia edulis, Aglaia elaeagnoidea, Aglaia elliptica, Aglaia erythrosperma, Aglaia euryanthera, Aglaia evansensis, Aglaia eximia, Aglaia exstipulata, Aglaia flavescens, Aglaia flavida, Aglaia forbesii, Aglaia foveolata, Aglaia fragilis, Aglaia glabrata, Aglaia gracilis, Aglaia grandis, Aglaia heterotricha, Aglaia hiernii, Aglaia ijzermannii, Aglaia integrifolia, Aglaia korthalsii, Aglaia lancilimba,

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