Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Sapindales
Species:
louvelii
ID:
1135683

Status:
valid

Authors:
Danguy & Choux

Source:
tro

Year:
1926

Citation Micro:
Bull. Mus. Natl. Hist. Nat. 32: 389 (1926)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001135021



Common Names

  • Plagioscyphus louvelii
  • Louvelii Plagioscyphus
  • Louvel's Plagioscyphus


Searching for Plagioscyphus louvelii? Discover Suppliers and Request Free Samples Now!

Find Suppliers & Request Samples

Description

Plagioscyphus louvelii (also called Louvel's Plagioscyphus, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Sapindaceae. It is a small tree or shrub, with a height of up to 10 m. It is native to the tropical regions of South America, and is found in humid forests, as well as in open fields.

Uses & Benefits

Plagioscyphus louvelii is used as an ornamental plant and for its medicinal properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Plagioscyphus louvelii is yellowish-green, with a diameter of about 2 cm. The seed is ovoid-globose, with a diameter of about 0.7 cm. The seedlings are slender, with a length of about 10 cm.

Searching for Plagioscyphus louvelii? Discover Suppliers and Request Free Samples Now!

Find Suppliers & Request Samples

Cultivation and Propagation

Plagioscyphus louvelii is a small shrub that grows up to 1.5 m tall. It prefers moist, well-drained soils in full sun or partial shade. Propagation is best done by seed, which should be sown in spring or early summer in a well-drained potting mix. The seed should be lightly covered and kept moist until germination occurs. Once established, the plant can be propagated by cuttings taken in spring or early summer.

Where to Find Plagioscyphus louvelii

Plagioscyphus louvelii is native to South America and can be found in Argentina, Bolivia, Brazil, Paraguay, and Uruguay.

Species in the Sapindaceae family

References

The Plant List v1.1 record tro-28600950: Based on the initial data import
Paul Auguste Danguy (1862-1942): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Danguy' in the authors string.
Pierre Choux (1890-1982): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Choux' in the authors string.