Status:
valid
Authors:
(Jungh. & de Vriese) Miq.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1855
Citation Micro:
Fl. Ned. Ind. 1(1): 763 (1855)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000260032
Common Names
- Pinnatifid Aralidium
- Pinnatifid Aralia
- Pinnatifid Angelica Tree
Synonyms
- Aralia pinnatifida Jungh. & de Vriese [unknown]
- Aralidium dentatum Miq. [unknown]
- Aralidium integrifolium Heine [unknown]
Description
Aralidium pinnatifidum (also called Pinnatifid Aralidium, among many other common names) is a deciduous shrub of the Araliaceae family. It has large, pinnate leaves with serrate margins. It is native to East Asia and grows in forests, thickets and along streams.
Uses & Benefits
Aralidium pinnatifidum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating various ailments such as fever, headaches, and skin diseases.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Aralidium pinnatifidum has small, white flowers with yellow centers. The seeds are small and black and the seedlings are small and delicate.
Cultivation and Propagation
Aralidium pinnatifidum is a hardy, evergreen shrub that can be grown in full sun or partial shade. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and can tolerate some drought. Propagation is by seed, cuttings, or division.
Where to Find Aralidium pinnatifidum
Aralidium pinnatifidum is native to East Asia and can be found in parts of China, Japan, and Korea.
Aralidium pinnatifidum FAQ
What is the common name of Aralidium pinnatifidum?
Pinnate Aralidium
What is the natural habitat of Aralidium pinnatifidum?
Mountain forests
What is the lifespan of Aralidium pinnatifidum?
Up to 50 years
Species in the Aralidium genus
Species in the Torricelliaceae family
Aralidium pinnatifidum,
Melanophylla perrieri,
Melanophylla madagascariensis,
Melanophylla crenata,
Melanophylla angustior,
Melanophylla alnifolia,
Melanophylla aucubifolia,
Melanophylla modestei,
Melanophylla dianeae,
Torricellia angulata,