Status:
valid
Authors:
L.
Source:
cmp
Year:
1753
Citation Micro:
Sp. Pl. : 270 (1753)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000493112
Common Names
- Staphylea pinnata
- Pinnate Bladdernut
- Pinnate Staphylea
Synonyms
- Staphylodendron pinnatum Crantz [unknown]
- Staphylea pinnatifida Gueldenst. [unknown]
Description
Staphylea pinnata (also called European bladdernut, among many other common names) is a deciduous shrub native to Europe. It has large, pinnate leaves and small, white flowers. It grows in moist, well-drained soils and is often found in woodlands, forests, and hedgerows.
Uses & Benefits
Staphylea pinnata is a popular ornamental tree, and its fruits can be used to make a tea that has a diuretic effect.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Flower: white, bell-shaped, with five petals. Seed: small, black, with a smooth surface. Seedlings: thin, light green stems, with small, ovate leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Staphylea pinnata is a perennial shrub that grows in moist, shady areas. It is propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil mix and kept moist. Division is done in early spring or fall. The plant should be divided into several sections and replanted in a well-drained, sandy soil mix.
Where to Find Staphylea pinnata
Staphylea pinnata is native to Europe and Asia. It can be found in temperate climates.
Staphylea pinnata FAQ
What is the scientific name of Staphylea pinnata?
Staphylea pinnata
What is the common name of Staphylea pinnata?
European Bladdernut
What is the natural habitat of Staphylea pinnata?
Woodlands, hedgerows, and scrubland
Species in the Staphylea genus
Staphylea colchica,
Staphylea pinnata,
Staphylea bolanderi,
Staphylea trifolia,
Staphylea bumalda,
Staphylea campanulata,
Staphylea forrestii,
Staphylea shweliensis,
Staphylea holocarpa,
Staphylea pringlei,
Staphylea yuanjiangensis,
Staphylea tricornuta,
Staphylea insignis,
Staphylea japonica,
Staphylea affinis,
Staphylea megaphylla,
Staphylea macrosperma,
Staphylea indochinensis,
Staphylea cochinchinensis,
Staphylea formosana,
Staphylea arguta,
Staphylea ternata,
Staphylea subsessilifolia,
Species in the Staphyleaceae family
Dalrympelea pomifera,
Dalrympelea trifoliata,
Dalrympelea stipulacea,
Dalrympelea sphaerocarpa,
Dalrympelea nitida,
Dalrympelea calciphila,
Dalrympelea borneensis,
Dalrympelea grandis,
Staphylea colchica,
Staphylea pinnata,
Staphylea bolanderi,
Staphylea trifolia,
Staphylea bumalda,
Staphylea campanulata,
Staphylea forrestii,
Staphylea shweliensis,
Staphylea holocarpa,
Staphylea pringlei,
Staphylea yuanjiangensis,
Staphylea tricornuta,
Staphylea insignis,
Staphylea japonica,
Staphylea affinis,
Staphylea megaphylla,
Staphylea macrosperma,
Staphylea indochinensis,
Staphylea cochinchinensis,
Staphylea formosana,
Staphylea arguta,
Staphylea ternata,
Staphylea subsessilifolia,
Turpinia picardae,
Turpinia pentandra,
Turpinia paucijuga,
Turpinia malabarica,
Turpinia doanii,
Turpinia brachypetala,
Turpinia hatuyenensis,
Turpinia occidentalis,
Turpinia parvifoliola,
Turpinia montana,
Turpinia simplicifolia,