Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Sapindales
Genus:
Species:
chinensis
ID:
1244596

Status:
valid

Authors:
P.Y.Chen

Source:
tro

Year:
1983

Citation Micro:
Acta Bot. Austro Sin. 1: 71 (1983)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001243934



Common Names

  • Picrasma chinensis
  • Chinese Picrasma
  • Chinese Quassia


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Description

Picrasma chinensis (also called Chinese Quassia, among many other common names) is an evergreen tree belonging to the Simaroubaceae family. It has yellowish-green stems, and its flowers are yellowish-white. It is native to California, and it is found in grasslands, chaparral, and oak woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Picrasma chinensis is used as an ornamental plant, as a source of dye, and for its medicinal properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Picrasma chinensis is a small, yellowish-green color and has a spike-like structure. The seed is a small, round, black seed with a hard outer shell. The seedlings are small and have a light green color.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Picrasma chinensis is a deciduous tree that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring in a well-drained soil. Cuttings should be taken in late summer or early autumn and rooted in a sandy soil. The tree should be planted in a sunny location in well-drained soil.

Where to Find Picrasma chinensis

Picrasma chinensis is native to China and can be found in forests and woodlands. It is also found in parts of Japan, Korea, and Vietnam.

Picrasma chinensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Picrasma chinensis?

Picrasma chinensis

What is the common name of Picrasma chinensis?

Chinese quassia

What type of plant is Picrasma chinensis?

Tree

Species in the Simaroubaceae family

Ailanthus vietnamensis, Ailanthus altissima, Ailanthus excelsus, Ailanthus fordii, Ailanthus integrifolia, Ailanthus triphysa, Amaroria soulameoides, Brucea antidysenterica, Brucea bruceadelpha, Brucea guineensis, Brucea javanica, Brucea macrocarpa, Brucea mollis, Brucea tenuifolia, Brucea tonkinensis, Brucea trichotoma, Castela calcicola, Castela coccinea, Castela depressa, Castela emoryi, Castela erecta, Castela galapageia, Castela jacquiniifolia, Castela leonis, Castela macrophylla, Castela peninsularis, Castela polyandra, Castela retusa, Castela spinosa, Castela stewartii, Castela tortuosa, Castela tweediei, Castela victorinii, Eurycoma apiculata, Eurycoma harmandiana, Eurycoma longifolia, Gymnostemon zaizou, Homalolepis salubris, Homalolepis suaveolens, Homalolepis subcymosa, Homalolepis suffruticosa, Homalolepis tocantina, Homalolepis warmingiana, Homalolepis arenaria, Homalolepis cavalcantei, Homalolepis cuneata, Homalolepis docensis, Homalolepis floribunda, Homalolepis insignis, Homalolepis intermedia,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record tro-50126879: Based on the initial data import
Pang Yu Chen (b.1936): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'P.Y.Chen' in the authors string.