Placodiscus bracteosus - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Sapindales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
bracteosus
ID:
472150
Status:
valid
Authors:
J.B.Hall
Source:
ksu
Year:
1980
Citation Micro:
Adansonia , n.s., 20: 289 (1980)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000471482
Common Names
- Placodiscus bracteosus
- Bracteosus Placodiscus
- Bracteosus's Placodiscus
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Placodiscus bracteosus (also called Bracted Placodiscus, among many other common names) is a deciduous shrub native to China and Japan. It has a single trunk and a broad, rounded crown. Its leaves are ovate to lanceolate, with a pointed tip and serrated edges. It is found in open woodlands, forest edges, and along roadsides.
Uses & Benefits
Placodiscus bracteosus is used in traditional medicine to treat fever, headaches, and digestive issues. It is also used as an anti-inflammatory and to reduce stress.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Placodiscus bracteosus is a small, white, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, green, oval-shaped seedlings with a single cotyledon.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Placodiscus bracteosus is an evergreen shrub that can reach up to 2 m in height. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed or cuttings. Cuttings should be taken in late summer or early autumn and planted in a well-drained, sandy soil mix.
Where to Find Placodiscus bracteosus
Placodiscus bracteosus is native to tropical America and can be found in moist forests and along streams.
Placodiscus bracteosus FAQ
What is the scientific name of Placodiscus bracteosus?
Placodiscus bracteosus
What are the common names of Placodiscus bracteosus?
Bracted Placodiscus, Bracted Placodiscus Tree
What is the natural habitat of Placodiscus bracteosus?
Tropical and subtropical 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
John Bartholomew Hall (1932-1984): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.B.Hall' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:784446-1: Based on the initial data import