Apodytes grandifolia - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Metteniusales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
grandifolia
ID:
541537
Status:
valid
Authors:
(Miers) Benth. & Hook.f. ex B.D.Jacks.
Source:
cmp
Year:
1893
Citation Micro:
Index Kew. 1(1): 165. 1893 [6 Sep 1893]
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000540869
Common Names
- White Pearwood
- White Ironwood
- Large-leaved Pearwood
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesSynonyms
- Apodytes macrocarpa Capuron [unknown]
- Icacina grandifolia Miers [unknown]
Description
Apodytes grandifolia (also called Large-leaved 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 grandifolia 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 grandifolia 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 grandifolia 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 grandifolia
Apodytes grandifolia can be found in South Africa.
Apodytes grandifolia FAQ
What is the scientific name of Apodytes grandifolia?
Apodytes grandifolia
What is the family of Apodytes grandifolia?
Icacinaceae
Where is Apodytes grandifolia 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-2644298: Based on the initial data import
George Bentham (1800-1884): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Benth.' in the authors string.
Joseph Dalton Hooker (1817-1911): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hook.f.' in the authors string.
Benjamin Daydon Jackson (1846-1927): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'B.D.Jacks.' in the authors string.
John Miers (1789-1879): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Miers' in the authors string.