Status:
valid
Authors:
Laxm.
Source:
cmp
Year:
1772
Citation Micro:
Novi Comment. Acad. Sci. Imp. Petrop. 16: 563 (1772)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000357203
Common Names
- Koelreuteria paniculata
- Paniculata Koelreuteria
- Koelreuteria
Synonyms
- Koelreuteria japonica Hassk. [unknown]
- Koelreuteria paullinoides L'Hér. [unknown]
- Paullinia aurea Hort.Calc. ex Radlk. [unknown]
- Sapindus paniculata (Laxm.) Dum.Cours. [unknown]
- Sapindus chinensis Murr. [unknown]
- Koelreuteria apiculata Rehder & E.H.Wilson [unknown]
- Koelreuteria paniculata apiculata (Rehder & E.H.Wilson) Rehder [unknown]
- Koelreuteria chinensis Hoffmanns. [unknown]
- Koelreuteria bipinnata apiculata (Rehder & E.H.Wilson) F.C.How & C.N.Ho [unknown]
- Koelreuteria paniculata lixianensis H.L.Tsiang [unknown]
- Koelreuteria paniculata miyagiensis H.Ohashi & Yu.Sasaki [unknown]
Description
Koelreuteria paniculata (also called Panicled Koelreuteria, among many other common names) is an evergreen tree native to the southwestern United States. It has small, dark green leaves and yellow flowers. It grows in dry, rocky soils and in open woodlands.
Uses & Benefits
Koelreuteria paniculata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge plant. It is also used for its medicinal properties and as a source of timber.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Koelreuteria paniculata has small yellow flowers that bloom in the summer. The flowers are followed by round, papery seed capsules that turn from green to a golden brown color when ripe. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have a long taproot and a pair of opposite, compound leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Koelreuteria paniculata is a perennial plant that is native to the Mediterranean region. It can be propagated by division or by seed. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be grown in containers or in the garden.
Where to Find Koelreuteria paniculata
Koelreuteria paniculata is native to East Asia, including parts of China, Japan, and Korea.
Koelreuteria paniculata FAQ
What is the scientific name of Koelreuteria paniculata?
Koelreuteria paniculata
What is the common name of Koelreuteria paniculata?
Pride of India
What is the natural habitat of Koelreuteria paniculata?
Native to India and Southeast Asia, Koelreuteria paniculata is typically found in open woodlands, forest margins, and along roadsides.
Species in the Koelreuteria genus
Species in the Sapindaceae family