Placodiscus pynaertii - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Sapindales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
pynaertii
ID:
472132
Status:
valid
Authors:
De Wild.
Source:
cmp
Year:
1914
Citation Micro:
Bull. Jard. Bot. État Bruxelles 4: 371 (1914)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000471464
Common Names
- Placodiscus pynaertii
- Pynaertii Placodiscus
- Pynaertii's Placodiscus
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Placodiscus pynaertii (also called Pynaert's 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 pynaertii is used as an ornamental plant and for its medicinal properties. It is also used to make a beverage called guarana, which is popular in Thailand.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Placodiscus pynaertii is small, white and bell-shaped. The seeds are small, round and black. The seedlings have two cotyledons.
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Placodiscus pynaertii 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 pynaertii
Placodiscus pynaertii is native to tropical America and can be found in moist forests and along streams.
Placodiscus pynaertii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Placodiscus pynaertii?
Placodiscus pynaertii
Where is Placodiscus pynaertii found?
Placodiscus pynaertii is found in India, Nepal, and Sri Lanka.
What are the uses of Placodiscus pynaertii?
Placodiscus pynaertii is used in traditional medicine for treating fever, headache, and other ailments.
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 kew-2543594: Based on the initial data import
Émile Auguste Joseph De Wildeman (1866-1947): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'De Wild.' in the authors string.