Pseuderia smithiana - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
smithiana
ID:
284527
Status:
valid
Authors:
C.Schweinf.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1936
Citation Micro:
Bull. Bernice P. Bishop Mus. 141: 23 (1936)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000283859
Common Names
- Smithiana Pseuderia
- Pseuderia Smithiana
- Smithiana Pseuderia Plant
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Pseuderia smithiana (also called 'Smith's 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 smithiana 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
The flower of Pseuderia smithiana is white and tubular, with a yellow throat. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small and green with long, thin stems.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Pseuderia smithiana 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 smithiana
Pseuderia smithiana can be found in South America.
Pseuderia smithiana FAQ
What is the scientific name of Pseuderia smithiana?
Pseuderia smithiana
What are the common names of Pseuderia smithiana?
Common names of Pseuderia smithiana include False Daisy and False Daisy Bush
What is the natural habitat of Pseuderia smithiana?
Pseuderia smithiana is native to New Zealand and is found in dry, rocky habitats
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,
Species in the Orchidaceae family
Aa fiebrigii, Aa hartwegii, Aa hieronymi, Aa leucantha, Aa lorentzii, Aa macra, Aa achalensis, Aa maderoi, Aa mandonii, Aa matthewsii, Aa microtidis, Aa paleacea, Aa argyrolepis, Aa riobambae, Aa rosei, Aa schickendanzii, Aa sphaeroglossa, Aa trilobulata, Aa weddelliana, Aa aurantiaca, Aa calceata, Aa colombiana, Aa denticulata, Aa erosa, Aa figueroi, Aa lozanoi, Aa lehmannii, Acampe carinata, Acampe cephalotes, Acampe ochracea, Acampe pachyglossa, Acampe praemorsa, Acampe joiceyana, Acampe hulae, Acanthophippium bicolor, Acanthophippium chrysoglossum, Acanthophippium curtisii, Acanthophippium eburneum, Acanthophippium gougahense, Acanthophippium javanicum, Acanthophippium lilacinum, Acanthophippium mantinianum, Acanthophippium parviflorum, Acanthophippium pictum, Acanthophippium splendidum, Acanthophippium striatum, Acanthophippium sylhetense, Acanthophippium curtisii, Achlydosa glandulosa, Acianthera aculeata,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-166148: Based on the initial data import
Charles Schweinfurth (1890-1970): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.Schweinf.' in the authors string.