Status:
valid
Authors:
Hook.f.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1887
Citation Micro:
Fl. Brit. India 5: 355 (1887)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000238106
Common Names
- Antidesma Pendulum
- Pendulum Palm
- Pendulum Antidesma
Synonyms
- Antidesma batuense J.J.Sm. [unknown]
- Antidesma stenophyllum Merr. [unknown]
- Antidesma sumatranum Pax & K.Hoffm. [unknown]
Description
Antidesma pendulum (also called Hanging Bead Tree, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to the tropical regions of South America. It has small, yellow flowers and grows in moist, shady areas.
Uses & Benefits
Antidesma pendulum is used as a source of fiber, food, and medicine. It is also used as a natural insect repellent and for its anti-inflammatory properties.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Antidesma pendulum is small and white with a yellow center. The seed is small and round and the seedlings are short and thin.
Cultivation and Propagation
Antidesma pendulum is a tropical plant native to South America. It is an evergreen shrub or small tree that grows up to 8 m in height. It is easily propagated from cuttings or seeds. Cuttings should be taken from mature wood and planted in a well-draining soil mix. Seeds should be sown in a warm, moist environment and kept moist until germination occurs. Once established, Antidesma pendulum requires little maintenance and can tolerate drought and poor soil conditions.
Where to Find Antidesma pendulum
Antidesma pendulum can be found in tropical regions of Asia, Africa, and Australia.
Antidesma pendulum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Antidesma pendulum?
Antidesma pendulum
Where is Antidesma pendulum found?
Antidesma pendulum is found in tropical regions of Asia and Africa.
What type of plant is Antidesma pendulum?
Antidesma pendulum is a shrub or small tree.
Species in the Antidesma genus
Antidesma acidum,
Antidesma alexiteria,
Antidesma ambiguum,
Antidesma annamense,
Antidesma baccatum,
Antidesma brachybotrys,
Antidesma brevipes,
Antidesma bunius,
Antidesma catanduanense,
Antidesma celebicum,
Antidesma chalaranthum,
Antidesma chonmon,
Antidesma cochinchinense,
Antidesma comptum,
Antidesma concinnum,
Antidesma contractum,
Antidesma coriaceum,
Antidesma costulatum,
Antidesma cruciforme,
Antidesma curranii,
Antidesma cuspidatum,
Antidesma dallachyanum,
Antidesma digitaliforme,
Antidesma eberhardtii,
Antidesma edule,
Antidesma elassophyllum,
Antidesma elbertii,
Antidesma erostre,
Antidesma excavatum,
Antidesma ferrugineum,
Antidesma fleuryi,
Antidesma forbesii,
Antidesma fordii,
Antidesma fruticosum,
Antidesma fruticulosum,
Antidesma ghaesembilla,
Antidesma gillespieanum,
Antidesma hainanense,
Antidesma helferi,
Antidesma heterophyllum,
Antidesma japonicum,
Antidesma jucundum,
Antidesma kapuae,
Antidesma khasianum,
Antidesma kunstleri,
Antidesma laciniatum,
Antidesma laurifolium,
Antidesma leucocladon,
Antidesma leucopodum,
Antidesma macgregorii,
Species in the Phyllanthaceae family
Actephila alanbakeri,
Actephila saccata,
Actephila albidula,
Actephila anthelminthica,
Actephila aurantiaca,
Actephila collinsiae,
Actephila daii,
Actephila dolichopoda,
Actephila excelsa,
Actephila foetida,
Actephila grandifolia,
Actephila latifolia,
Actephila lindleyi,
Actephila longipedicellata,
Actephila macrantha,
Actephila mearsii,
Actephila merrilliana,
Actephila mooreana,
Actephila nitidula,
Actephila ovalis,
Actephila petiolaris,
Actephila pierrei,
Actephila platysepala,
Actephila puberula,
Actephila sessilifolia,
Actephila subsessilis,
Actephila trichogyna,
Actephila bella,
Actephila championiae,
Actephila flavescens,
Actephila plicata,
Actephila traceyi,
Actephila venusta,
Actephila vernicosa,
Actephila forsteri,
Amanoa almerindae,
Amanoa anomala,
Amanoa bracteosa,
Amanoa caribaea,
Amanoa congesta,
Amanoa cupatensis,
Amanoa glaucophylla,
Amanoa gracillima,
Amanoa guianensis,
Amanoa muricata,
Amanoa nanayensis,
Amanoa neglecta,
Amanoa oblongifolia,
Amanoa sinuosa,
Amanoa steyermarkii,