Plagiostachys odorata - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Zingiberales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
odorata
ID:
837216
Status:
valid
Authors:
C.K.Lim
Source:
Zingiberaceae resource centre
Year:
2007
Citation Micro:
Folia malaysiana 8:106. (2007)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000836551
Common Names
- Plagiostachys odorata
- Odorata Plagiostachys
- Plagiostachys
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Plagiostachys odorata (also called Fragrant Plagiostachys, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree up to 10 m tall. It is native to tropical Asia, from India to the Philippines. It grows in evergreen forests, usually in moist, shady places.
Uses & Benefits
Plagiostachys odorata is used as an ornamental plant and as a source of medicine for treating various ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Plagiostachys odorata is a small, yellow-green star-shaped flower with five petals. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small, with green leaves and white stems.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Plagiostachys odorata is a small, evergreen shrub native to Madagascar. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining potting mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and rooted in a moist, well-draining potting mix. Once established, the plants should be watered regularly and fertilized every few weeks.
Where to Find Plagiostachys odorata
Plagiostachys odorata can be found in the tropical regions of South America.
Plagiostachys odorata FAQ
What is the scientific name of Plagiostachys odorata?
Plagiostachys odorata
What is the common name of Plagiostachys odorata?
Odorata Plagiostachys
Where is Plagiostachys odorata found?
It is found in the tropical forests of Madagascar
Species in the Plagiostachys genus
Plagiostachys albiflora, Plagiostachys austrosinensis, Plagiostachys bracteolata, Plagiostachys breviramosa, Plagiostachys corrugata, Plagiostachys crocydocalyx, Plagiostachys elegans, Plagiostachys escritorii, Plagiostachys glandulosa, Plagiostachys lateralis, Plagiostachys mucida, Plagiostachys parva, Plagiostachys parviflora, Plagiostachys philippinensis, Plagiostachys ridleyi, Plagiostachys rolfei, Plagiostachys strobilifera, Plagiostachys sumatrensis, Plagiostachys uviformis, Plagiostachys lasiophylla, Plagiostachys oblanceolata, Plagiostachys brevicalcarata, Plagiostachys longicaudata, Plagiostachys megacarpa, Plagiostachys roseiflora, Plagiostachys viridisepala, Plagiostachys nicobarica, Plagiostachys odorata, Plagiostachys lata, Plagiostachys altistachya,
Species in the Zingiberaceae family
Haniffia albiflora, Haniffia cyanescens, Haniffia flavescens, Haniffia santubongensis, Hedychium biflorum, Hedychium bijiangense, Hedychium boloveniorum, Hedychium bordelonianum, Hedychium borneense, Hedychium bousigonianum, Hedychium brevicaule, Hedychium calcaratum, Hedychium carneum, Hedychium coccineum, Hedychium convexum, Hedychium coronarium, Hedychium deceptum, Hedychium dekianum, Hedychium densiflorum, Hedychium elatum, Hedychium ellipticum, Hedychium elwesii, Hedychium emeiense, Hedychium erythrostemon, Hedychium flavescens, Hedychium flavescens, Hedychium flavum, Hedychium forrestii, Hedychium gardnerianum, Hedychium glabrum, Hedychium glaucum, Hedychium gomezianum, Hedychium gracillimum, Hedychium grandiflorum, Hedychium gratum, Hedychium greenii, Hedychium griersonianum, Hedychium griffithianum, Hedychium hasseltii, Hedychium heteromallum, Hedychium hirsutissimum, Hedychium hookeri, Hedychium horsfieldii, Hedychium intermedium, Hedychium kwangsiense, Hedychium larsenii, Hedychium lineare, Hedychium longicornutum, Hedychium longipedunculatum, Hedychium luteum,
References
Chong Keat Lim (b.1930): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.K.Lim' in the authors string.
RBGE Resource Centre record for wfo-0000836551: Based on the initial data import