Placodiscus bancoensis - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Sapindales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
bancoensis
ID:
1237242
Status:
valid
Authors:
Aubrév. & Pellegr.
Source:
tro
Year:
1938
Citation Micro:
Bull. Soc. Bot. France 85: 292 (1938)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001236580
Common Names
- Placodiscus bancoensis
- Bancoensis Placodiscus
- Placodiscus Bancoensis Plant
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Placodiscus bancoensis (also called Banco Placodiscus, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Malvaceae. It is native to Central and South America. It grows in humid and dry tropical forests.
Uses & Benefits
Placodiscus bancoensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant in traditional medicine.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Placodiscus bancoensis is a yellow-green color. The seed is small and round, and the seedlings are thin and spindly.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Placodiscus bancoensis is an evergreen shrub that can reach heights of up to 6 feet. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining, sandy soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from semi-mature wood and rooted in a moist, sandy soil mix. The plant prefers full sun to partial shade and should be watered regularly.
Where to Find Placodiscus bancoensis
Placodiscus bancoensis can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of Africa, Asia, and Australia.
Placodiscus bancoensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Placodiscus bancoensis?
Placodiscus bancoensis
What is the common name of Placodiscus bancoensis?
Bancoensis Placodiscus
What is the natural habitat of Placodiscus bancoensis?
Tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests
Species in the Placodiscus genus
Placodiscus pynaertii, Placodiscus resendeanus, Placodiscus angustifolius, Placodiscus boya, Placodiscus caudatus, Placodiscus paniculatus, Placodiscus gimbiensis, Placodiscus glandulosus, Placodiscus leptostachys, Placodiscus oblongifolius, Placodiscus bracteosus, Placodiscus caudatus, Placodiscus opacus, Placodiscus angustifolius, Placodiscus pseudostipularis, Placodiscus riparius, Placodiscus turbinatus, Placodiscus splendidus, Placodiscus bancoensis, Placodiscus amaniensis, Placodiscus pedicellatus, Placodiscus attenuatus,
Species in the Sapindaceae family
References
The Plant List v1.1 record tro-50090299: Based on the initial data import
André Aubréville (1897-1982): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Aubrév.' in the authors string.
François Pellegrin (1881-1965): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Pellegr.' in the authors string.