Apodytes geldenhuysii - Uses, Benefits & Care
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Metteniusales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
geldenhuysii
ID:
541535
Status:
valid
Authors:
A.E.van Wyk & Potg.
Source:
cmp
Year:
1994
Citation Micro:
S. African J. Bot. 60(5): 234 (1994).
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000540867
Common Names
- White Pear
- White Pearwood
- White Ironwood
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Apodytes geldenhuysii (also called Geldenhuys' Apodytes, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub with small, white flowers and glossy, dark green leaves. It is native to South Africa and grows in moist, shady places.
Uses & Benefits
Apodytes geldenhuysii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes due to its attractive foliage and flowers. It is also used for erosion control and as a soil stabilizer.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Apodytes geldenhuysii are white and have five petals. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are slender and have long, narrow leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Apodytes geldenhuysii is a fast-growing, evergreen shrub that can reach up to 10 feet in height. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is done by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or summer in a well-drained soil mix. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and rooted in a well-drained soil mix.
Where to Find Apodytes geldenhuysii
Apodytes geldenhuysii can be found in South Africa.
Apodytes geldenhuysii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Apodytes geldenhuysii?
Apodytes geldenhuysii
What is the family of Apodytes geldenhuysii?
Icacinaceae
Where is Apodytes geldenhuysii native to?
South Africa
Species in the Apodytes genus
Species in the Metteniusaceae family
Apodytes bebile, Apodytes abbottii, Apodytes brachystylis, Apodytes clusiifolia, Apodytes dimidiata, Apodytes geldenhuysii, Apodytes grandifolia, Apodytes thouvenotii, Metteniusa edulis, Metteniusa nucifera, Metteniusa tessmanniana, Metteniusa cogolloi, Poraqueiba paraensis, Poraqueiba sericea, Poraqueiba guianensis, Rhaphiostylis poggei, Rhaphiostylis preussii, Rhaphiostylis beninensis, Rhaphiostylis fusca, Rhaphiostylis ovatifolia, Rhaphiostylis parvifolia, Rhaphiostylis subsessilifolia, Rhaphiostylis ferruginea, Rhaphiostylis cordifolia, Rhaphiostylis elegans, Rhaphiostylis madagascariensis, Rhaphiostylis minima,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2644296: Based on the initial data import
Abraham Erasmus van Wyk (b.1952): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.E.van Wyk' in the authors string.
M.J. Potgieter: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Potg.' in the authors string.