Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Apiales
Family:
Species:
cuneifolius
ID:
942263

Status:
valid

Authors:
(C.Wright ex Griseb.) Seem.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1868

Citation Micro:
J. Bot. 6: 140 (1868)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000941601

Common Names

  • Cuneate-leaved Dendropanax
  • Dendropanax cuneifolius
  • Dendropanax Cuneifolius

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Description

Dendropanax cuneifolius (also called 'Wedge-leaved Dendropanax', among many other common names) is a species of plant in the genus Dendropanax. It is found in the Philippines, and is known for its wedge-shaped leaves and thick, woody stems. It grows in moist, shady areas, such as in forests and on the sides of mountains.

Uses & Benefits

Dendropanax cuneifolius is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a hedge plant and for erosion control. The leaves of this plant can be used as a tea substitute and the flowers are used to make a fragrant oil.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Dendropanax cuneifolius is white and bell-shaped, with five petals and a yellow center. The seed is small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Dendropanax cuneifolius is a species of shrub native to the Philippines. It is best grown in a well-drained soil, in full sun to partial shade. It prefers high humidity and regular watering. Propagation is done through cuttings or by seed.

Where to Find Dendropanax cuneifolius

Dendropanax cuneifolius is native to India, Nepal, Bhutan, and China. It can be found in moist forests and along streams at elevations of up to 2,000 meters.

Species in the Dendropanax genus

Dendropanax amorimii, Dendropanax bahiensis, Dendropanax geniculatus, Dendropanax australis, Dendropanax caudatus, Dendropanax denticulatus, Dendropanax nebulosus, Dendropanax alberti-smithii, Dendropanax amplifolius, Dendropanax arboreus, Dendropanax bilocularis, Dendropanax blakeanus, Dendropanax bolivianus, Dendropanax borneensis, Dendropanax bracteatus, Dendropanax brasiliensis, Dendropanax burmanicus, Dendropanax caloneurus, Dendropanax caucanus, Dendropanax chevalieri, Dendropanax confertus, Dendropanax cordifolius, Dendropanax cuneatus, Dendropanax cuneifolius, Dendropanax dariensis, Dendropanax dentigerus, Dendropanax exilis, Dendropanax fendleri, Dendropanax filipes, Dendropanax glaberrimus, Dendropanax globosus, Dendropanax gonatopodus, Dendropanax grandiflorus, Dendropanax grandis, Dendropanax hainanensis, Dendropanax heterophyllus, Dendropanax hondurensis, Dendropanax kwangsiensis, Dendropanax lancifolius, Dendropanax langbianensis, Dendropanax langsdorffii, Dendropanax larensis, Dendropanax latilobus, Dendropanax laurifolius, Dendropanax lehmannii, Dendropanax leptopodus, Dendropanax macrocarpus, Dendropanax macrophyllus, Dendropanax macropodus, Dendropanax maingayi,

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,

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