Podonephelium concolor - Uses, Benefits & Care
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Sapindales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
concolor
ID:
472076
Status:
valid
Authors:
Radlk.
Source:
ksu
Year:
1879
Citation Micro:
Actes Congr. Int. Bot. Amst. 1877: 120 (1879)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000471408
Common Names
- Podonephelium concolor
- Concolor Podonephelium
- Concolor's Podonephelium
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Podonephelium concolor (also called White-flowered Podonephelium, 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
Podonephelium concolor is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments such as fever, coughs, and colds.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Podonephelium concolor is small, white and bell-shaped. The seeds are small, round and black. The seedlings have two cotyledons.
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Podonephelium concolor 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 Podonephelium concolor
Podonephelium concolor can be found in Central and South America.
Podonephelium concolor FAQ
What is the scientific name of Podonephelium concolor?
Podonephelium concolor
What is the common name of Podonephelium concolor?
N/A
Where is Podonephelium concolor found?
South Africa
Species in the Podonephelium genus
Species in the Sapindaceae family
References
Ludwig Radlkofer (1829-1927): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Radlk.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:784467-1: Based on the initial data import