Pseuderia frutex - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
frutex
ID:
284516
Status:
valid
Authors:
Schltr.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1912
Citation Micro:
Repert. Spec. Nov. Regni Veg. Beih. 1: 645 (1912)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000283848
Common Names
- Frutex False Ereria
- False Ereria
- Pseuderia frutex
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- Dendrobium frutex Schltr. [unknown]
Description
Pseuderia frutex (also called 'Bushy Pseuderia', among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that grows up to 6 m tall. It is native to New Guinea and the Solomon Islands, and typically grows in lowland and hill forests. It has a dense crown, and its leaves are oblong-elliptic in shape and have a glossy upper surface.
Uses & Benefits
Pseuderia frutex is used in traditional medicine to treat fever, headaches, and digestive problems. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as an ingredient in perfumes.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Pseuderia frutex has white, fragrant flowers with yellow centers. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with small, light green leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Pseuderia frutex can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and placed in a moist, well-draining soil mix. Both methods should be kept in a warm, humid environment with indirect sunlight.
Where to Find Pseuderia frutex
Pseuderia frutex can be found in South America.
Pseuderia frutex FAQ
What is the scientific name of Pseuderia frutex?
Pseuderia frutex
What is the common name of Pseuderia frutex?
Shrubby Pseuderia
Where is Pseuderia frutex found?
Pseuderia frutex is found in Mexico, Guatemala, El Salvador, Honduras, and Nicaragua.
Species in the Pseuderia genus
Pseuderia amblyornidis, Pseuderia brevifolia, Pseuderia diversifolia, Pseuderia floribunda, Pseuderia foliosa, Pseuderia frutex, Pseuderia ledermannii, Pseuderia micronesiaca, Pseuderia nigricans, Pseuderia pauciflora, Pseuderia platyphylla, Pseuderia ramosa, Pseuderia robusta, Pseuderia sepikana, Pseuderia similis, Pseuderia smithiana, Pseuderia sympodialis, Pseuderia trachychila, Pseuderia wariana, Pseuderia takeuchii,
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References
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-166138: Based on the initial data import
Rudolf Schlechter (1872-1925): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Schltr.' in the authors string.