Status:
valid
Authors:
Hauman
Source:
ksu
Year:
1958
Citation Micro:
Bull. Jard. Bot. État Bruxelles 28: 107 (1958)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000471475
Common Names
- Placodiscus paniculatus
- Paniculatus Placodiscus
- Paniculatus's Placodiscus
Description
Placodiscus paniculatus (also called Panicled 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 paniculatus 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
Placodiscus paniculatus has white flowers with yellow anthers. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have long, thin leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Placodiscus paniculatus is a fast-growing shrub that can reach heights of up to 15 feet. It is best propagated by seed or cuttings taken from mature plants. The seeds should be sown in the spring or early summer in a well-drained soil. The cuttings should be taken in the spring or early summer and planted in a well-drained soil. The cuttings should be kept moist until they are established. Once established, the shrub should be watered regularly and fertilized every few months.
Where to Find Placodiscus paniculatus
Placodiscus paniculatus is native to tropical America and can be found in moist forests and along streams.
Placodiscus paniculatus FAQ
What is the scientific name of Placodiscus paniculatus?
Placodiscus paniculatus
What are the common names of Placodiscus paniculatus?
Panicled Placodiscus, Panicled Placodiscus Tree
What is the natural habitat of Placodiscus paniculatus?
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