Status:
valid
Authors:
Miq.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1864
Citation Micro:
Ann. Mus. Bot. Lugduno-Batavi 1: 220 (1864)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000232586
Common Names
- Macropanax concinnus
- Concinnus Macropanax
- Concinnus Orchid
Description
Macropanax concinnus (also called Elegant Macropanax, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to Vietnam. It has an upright, spreading habit and grows to a height of up to 4 meters. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and is often found in mountain forests and along riverbanks.
Uses & Benefits
Macropanax concinnus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used for medicinal purposes.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Macropanax concinnus is a small, white, four-petalled flower. The seed is a small, black, ovoid seed. The seedlings are small, dark green, and have a rounded cotyledon.
Cultivation and Propagation
Macropanax concinnus is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun to partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost.
Where to Find Macropanax concinnus
Macropanax concinnus can be found in China.
Macropanax concinnus FAQ
What is the scientific name of Macropanax concinnus?
Macropanax concinnus
What is the common name of Macropanax concinnus?
Elegant Macropanax
What is the natural habitat of Macropanax concinnus?
It is found in wet tropical forests of Southeast Asia
Species in the Macropanax genus
Macropanax baviensis,
Macropanax chienii,
Macropanax concinnus,
Macropanax decandrus,
Macropanax dispermus,
Macropanax grushvitzkii,
Macropanax maingayi,
Macropanax meghalayensis,
Macropanax membranifolius,
Macropanax paucinervis,
Macropanax rosthornii,
Macropanax schmidii,
Macropanax sessilis,
Macropanax simplicifolius,
Macropanax skvortsovii,
Macropanax undulatus,
Macropanax vidalii,
Macropanax serratifolius,
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,