Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Apiales
Family:
Species:
pachycephalus
ID:
1545258

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Planch. & Linden ex Harms) G.M.Plunkett, Lowry & D.A.Neill

Source:
rhakhis

Year:
2021

Citation Micro:
Brittonia 73(3): 256. 2021

WFO Identifier:
wfo-1000026019

Common Names

  • Cephalopanax pachycephalus
  • Pachycephalus Cephalopanax
  • Cephalopanax

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Description

Cephalopanax pachycephalus (also called Pachycephalus, among many other common names) is a small, evergreen shrub native to the tropical forests of Central and South America. It has long, narrow leaves that are green to yellow in color and grow in a rosette pattern. The plant is found in moist, tropical forests and is shade-tolerant.

Uses & Benefits

Cephalopanax pachycephalus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of timber for construction and furniture making.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Cephalopanax pachycephalus has small yellow flowers that are cup-shaped and have four petals. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with two leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cephalopanax pachycephalus is a fast-growing, evergreen shrub or small tree with a dense, rounded crown. It prefers moist, well-drained soils in full sun or partial shade. Propagation is by seed, cuttings, or air layering.

Where to Find Cephalopanax pachycephalus

Cephalopanax pachycephalus is native to China and can be found in the provinces of Gansu, Hubei, Shaanxi, and Sichuan.

Cephalopanax pachycephalus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Cephalopanax pachycephalus?

Cephalopanax pachycephalus

What is the common name of Cephalopanax pachycephalus?

Thick-headed Aralia

What is the natural habitat of Cephalopanax pachycephalus?

Tropical and subtropical regions of Asia

Species in the Cephalopanax genus

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,