Status:
valid
Authors:
(Drake) Lowry, G.M.Plunkett, Gostel & Frodin
Source:
Catalogue of the Plants of Madagascar (Tropicos)
Year:
2017
Citation Micro:
Candollea 72: 271 (2017)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001315488
Common Names
- Astropanax humblotianus
- Humblotianus Astropanax
- Humblotianus Astropanax Plant
Description
Astropanax humblotianus (also called Humblot's astropanax, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Araliaceae family. It is native to China and grows in moist forests. It has a shrub-like habit and produces white flowers.
Uses & Benefits
Astropanax humblotianus is used as an ornamental plant and for its medicinal properties.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Astropanax humblotianus are small and white. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are thin and delicate.
Cultivation and Propagation
Astropanax humblotianus is a shrub that can be propagated by cuttings or seeds. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It should be watered regularly and fertilized once a year.
Where to Find Astropanax humblotianus
Astropanax humblotianus is native to Madagascar and can be found in the rainforests of the east coast.
Astropanax humblotianus FAQ
What is the scientific name of Astropanax humblotianus?
Astropanax humblotianus
What is the family of Astropanax humblotianus?
Araliaceae
Where is Astropanax humblotianus found?
Central and South America
Species in the Astropanax genus
Astropanax abyssinicum,
Astropanax barteri,
Astropanax mannii,
Astropanax humblotianus,
Astropanax monophyllus,
Astropanax myrianthus,
Astropanax kivuensis,
Astropanax goetzenii,
Astropanax procumbens,
Astropanax stolzii,
Astropanax tessmannii,
Astropanax volkensii,
Astropanax urostachyus,
Astropanax evrardii,
Astropanax polysciadius,
Species in the Araliaceae family
Anakasia simplicifolia,
Aralia apioides,
Aralia armata,
Aralia atropurpurea,
Aralia bicrenata,
Aralia bipinnata,
Aralia cachemirica,
Aralia caesia,
Aralia californica,
Aralia castanopsisicola,
Aralia chinensis,
Aralia continentalis,
Aralia cordata,
Aralia dasyphylla,
Aralia dasyphylloides,
Aralia debilis,
Aralia decaisneana,
Aralia delavayi,
Aralia echinocaulis,
Aralia elata,
Aralia excelsa,
Aralia fargesii,
Aralia ferox,
Aralia finlaysoniana,
Aralia foliolosa,
Aralia frodiniana,
Aralia gigantea,
Aralia gintungensis,
Aralia glabra,
Aralia glabrifoliolata,
Aralia henryi,
Aralia hispida,
Aralia humilis,
Aralia kansuensis,
Aralia kingdon-wardii,
Aralia leschenaultii,
Aralia malabarica,
Aralia melanocarpa,
Aralia merrillii,
Aralia mexicana,
Aralia montana,
Aralia nudicaulis,
Aralia parasitica,
Aralia plumosa,
Aralia racemosa,
Aralia regeliana,
Aralia rex,
Aralia scaberula,
Aralia scopulorum,
Aralia searelliana,