Status:
valid
Authors:
H.S.Lo
Source:
tro
Year:
1974
Citation Micro:
Fl. Hainan. 3: 575 (1974)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001135245
Common Names
- Paranephelium hainanense
- Hainanense Paranephelium
- Hainan Paranephelium
Description
Paranephelium hainanense (also called Hainan Paranephelium, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Sapindaceae. It is native to China. It is a small deciduous tree that grows up to 8 m tall and has a spreading crown. It grows in tropical and subtropical climates in dry and moist forests.
Uses & Benefits
Paranephelium hainanense is a species of flowering plant in the family Sapindaceae. It is used in traditional medicine for the treatment of fever, headache, and skin diseases. The leaves are used as an astringent and the fruits are used to treat diarrhea.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Paranephelium hainanense are small, yellow, and have five petals. The seeds are small, round, and black. The seedlings are small, with a single pair of oval-shaped leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Paranephelium hainanense is a tropical tree that can be grown in USDA hardiness zones 10-11. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings and prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. It can also be grown in containers.
Where to Find Paranephelium hainanense
Paranephelium hainanense is native to the rainforests of Central and South America.
Species in the Paranephelium genus
Species in the Sapindaceae family