Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Sapindales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
choungiensis
ID:
733548

Status:
valid

Authors:
Labat, M.Pignal & O.Pascal

Source:
ksu

Year:
2005

Citation Micro:
Monogr. Syst. Bot. Missouri Bot. Gard. 104: 362 (2005)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000732881



Common Names

  • Choung's Ivodea
  • Ivodea choungiensis
  • Ivodea


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Description

Ivodea choungiensis (also called Common Ivodea, among many other common names) is a shrub with a spreading habit, native to China. It grows in open forests and woodlands, often in sandy soils.

Uses & Benefits

Ivodea choungiensis is a popular ornamental shrub, often used as a hedge or border plant in gardens. Its flowers are edible and can be used in salads or cooked as a vegetable. It is also used in traditional Chinese medicine to treat various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Ivodea choungiensis is a white-pink, star-shaped head, with a long, thin stem. The seeds are small, black and oval-shaped. The seedlings are thin, with long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ivodea choungiensis is a hardy evergreen shrub that can be propagated by division in spring or autumn. It prefers a sunny position in well-drained soil and is tolerant of dry conditions. It can be grown in containers and should be watered regularly during dry periods. Pruning is not necessary.

Where to Find Ivodea choungiensis

Ivodea choungiensis can be found in the Himalayan region of India.

Ivodea choungiensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ivodea choungiensis?

Ivodea choungiensis

What is the common name of Ivodea choungiensis?

Choungi Ivy

Where is Ivodea choungiensis native to?

Southwestern China

Species in the Rutaceae family

Acmadenia alternifolia, Acmadenia argillophila, Acmadenia baileyensis, Acmadenia bodkinii, Acmadenia burchellii, Acmadenia candida, Acmadenia densifolia, Acmadenia faucitincta, Acmadenia flaccida, Acmadenia fruticosa, Acmadenia gracilis, Acmadenia heterophylla, Acmadenia kiwanensis, Acmadenia latifolia, Acmadenia laxa, Acmadenia macradenia, Acmadenia macropetala, Acmadenia maculata, Acmadenia matroosbergensis, Acmadenia mundiana, Acmadenia nivea, Acmadenia nivenii, Acmadenia obtusata, Acmadenia patentifolia, Acmadenia rourkeana, Acmadenia rupicola, Acmadenia sheilae, Acmadenia tenax, Acmadenia teretifolia, Acmadenia tetracarpellata, Acmadenia tetragona, Acmadenia trigona, Acmadenia tenax, Acmadenia argillophila, Acmadenia macradenia, Acmadenia teretifolia, Acmadenia wittebergensis, Acradenia euodiiformis, Acradenia frankliniae, Acronychia richards-beehleri, Acronychia aberrans, Acronychia acidula, Acronychia acronychioides, Acronychia acuminata, Acronychia arfakensis, Acronychia baeuerlenii, Acronychia brassii, Acronychia carrii, Acronychia cartilaginea, Acronychia chooreechillum,

References

Jean-Noël Labat (1959-2011): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Labat' in the authors string.
Marc M. Pignal (b.1964): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'M.Pignal' in the authors string.
Olivier Pascal: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'O.Pascal' in the authors string.