Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Genus:
Species:
planchoniana
ID:
1229389

Status:
valid

Authors:
Baill. ex Müll.Arg.

Source:
tro

Year:
1866

Citation Micro:
Prodr. 15(2): 475 (1866)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001228727



Common Names

  • Aporosa planchoniana
  • Planchon's Aporosa
  • Planchon's Tree


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Description

Aporosa planchoniana (also called Planchon's Aporosa, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub that grows up to 3 meters in height. It is native to the Himalayas and is found in temperate forests, meadows and scrublands.

Uses & Benefits

Aporosa planchoniana is a flowering plant that is often used as an ornamental plant in gardens. It is also known for its medicinal properties, as it can be used to treat a variety of ailments, including fever, coughs, and headaches.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Aporosa planchoniana are small and white. The seeds are small, black, and round. The seedlings are small and have thin stems.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Aporosa planchoniana is a perennial herb native to tropical and subtropical regions. It can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost.

Where to Find Aporosa planchoniana

Aporosa planchoniana can be found in tropical regions of Africa and Asia.

Aporosa planchoniana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Aporosa planchoniana?

Aporosa planchoniana

What is the common name of Aporosa planchoniana?

Planchon's Aporosa

Where is Aporosa planchoniana native to?

Southeast Asia

Species in the Aporosa genus

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,

References

The Plant List version 1.0, record: kew-13310: Originally associated with wfo-0000249451
The Plant List version 1.1, record: kew-13310: Originally associated with wfo-0000249451
Henri Ernest Baillon (1827-1895): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Baill.' in the authors string.
Johannes Müller Argoviensis (1828-1896): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Müll.Arg.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:339258-1: Based on the initial data import