Status:
valid
Authors:
Fiaschi
Source:
wcs
Year:
2006
Citation Micro:
Candollea 61: 460 (2006)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000808450
Common Names
- Dendropanax Denticulatus
- Denticulatus Tree
- Denticulatus Dendropanax
Description
Dendropanax denticulatus (also called Denticulate Dendropanax, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to South America, found in wet forests and along streams. It has large, bright green leaves and produces yellow flowers with red bracts.
Uses & Benefits
Dendropanax denticulatus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and for cut flowers. It has a long flowering period and is attractive to bees and butterflies.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Dendropanax denticulatus is white and has five petals. The seed is small and black. The seedlings are small and green.
Cultivation and Propagation
Dendropanax denticulatus is a shrub or small tree that can be grown from seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation from cuttings is the most reliable method of propagation. Cuttings should be taken in the spring or summer and planted in a well-draining potting mix. Keep the cuttings moist and in a warm, bright location until they have rooted.
Where to Find Dendropanax denticulatus
Dendropanax denticulatus is native to Australia and can be found in tropical rainforests.
Dendropanax denticulatus FAQ
What is the scientific name of Dendropanax denticulatus?
Dendropanax denticulatus
What is the common name of Dendropanax denticulatus?
Toothed Dendropanax
Where is Dendropanax denticulatus found?
Australia
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,