Diplopanax vietnamensis - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Cornales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
vietnamensis
ID:
397816
Status:
valid
Authors:
Aver. & T.H.Nguyên
Source:
wcs
Year:
2002
Citation Micro:
Novon 12: 435 (2002)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000397148
Common Names
- Diplopanax Vietnamensis
- Vietnamese Diplopanax
- Vietnamese Tree
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Diplopanax vietnamensis (also called Vietnam Diplopanax, among many other common names) is a small evergreen tree native to Vietnam. It has large, glossy, dark green leaves and small, fragrant white flowers. It grows in moist, tropical forests.
Uses & Benefits
Diplopanax vietnamensis is used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory and analgesic properties. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a natural insect repellent.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Diplopanax vietnamensis has small, white flowers that are borne in clusters. Its seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are slender and have long, narrow leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Diplopanax vietnamensis is a slow-growing, evergreen shrub that can reach up to 1 m in height. It is native to Central America and the Caribbean. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and full sun to partial shade. Propagation is by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood and rooted in a well-drained soil mix.
Where to Find Diplopanax vietnamensis
Diplopanax vietnamensis is native to Vietnam.
Diplopanax vietnamensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Diplopanax vietnamensis?
Diplopanax vietnamensis
What is the common name of Diplopanax vietnamensis?
Vietnamese Diplopanax
What is the natural habitat of Diplopanax vietnamensis?
Tropical rainforest
Species in the Diplopanax genus
Species in the Nyssaceae family
Camptotheca acuminata, Camptotheca lowreyana, Davidia involucrata, Diplopanax vietnamensis, Diplopanax stachyanthus, Mastixia arborea, Mastixia caudatilimba, Mastixia congylos, Mastixia cuspidata, Mastixia eugenioides, Mastixia euonymoides, Mastixia glauca, Mastixia kaniensis, Mastixia macrocarpa, Mastixia montana, Mastixia nimalii, Mastixia octandra, Mastixia parviflora, Mastixia pentandra, Mastixia rostrata, Mastixia tetrandra, Mastixia tetrapetala, Mastixia trichophylla, Mastixia trichotoma, Mastixia microcarpa, Nyssa aquatica, Nyssa bifida, Nyssa biflora, Nyssa javanica, Nyssa ogeche, Nyssa sinensis, Nyssa sylvatica, Nyssa talamancana, Nyssa ursina,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-241236: Based on the initial data import
Leonid Averyanov (b.1955): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Aver.' in the authors string.
Tiên Hiêp Nguyên (b.1947): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'T.H.Nguyên' in the authors string.