Placodiscus caudatus - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Sapindales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
caudatus
ID:
472142
Status:
valid
Authors:
Pierre ex Pellegr.
Source:
cmp
Year:
1924
Citation Micro:
Mém. Soc. Linn. Normandie 26(2): 70 (1924)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000471474
Common Names
- Placodiscus caudatus
- Caudatus Placodiscus
- Caudatus's Placodiscus
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Placodiscus caudatus (also called Caudate Placodiscus, among many other common names) is a deciduous shrub native to China and Japan. It has a single trunk and a broad, rounded crown. Its leaves are ovate to lanceolate, with a pointed tip and serrated edges. It is found in open woodlands, forest edges, and along roadsides.
Uses & Benefits
Placodiscus caudatus is used in traditional medicine to treat fever and headaches, as well as to reduce inflammation and improve digestion.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Placodiscus caudatus is small, white and bell-shaped. The seeds are small, round and black. The seedlings have two cotyledons.
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Placodiscus caudatus is a fast-growing shrub that can reach heights of up to 15 feet. It is best propagated by seed or cuttings taken from mature plants. The seeds should be sown in the spring or early summer in a well-drained soil. The cuttings should be taken in the spring or early summer and planted in a well-drained soil. The cuttings should be kept moist until they are established. Once established, the shrub should be watered regularly and fertilized every few months.
Where to Find Placodiscus caudatus
Placodiscus caudatus is native to tropical America and can be found in moist forests and along streams.
Placodiscus caudatus FAQ
What is the scientific name of Placodiscus caudatus?
Placodiscus caudatus
What are the common names of Placodiscus caudatus?
Tailed Placodiscus, Tailed Placodiscus Tree
What is the natural habitat of Placodiscus caudatus?
Tropical and subtropical forests
Species in the Placodiscus genus
Placodiscus pynaertii, Placodiscus resendeanus, Placodiscus angustifolius, Placodiscus boya, Placodiscus caudatus, Placodiscus paniculatus, Placodiscus gimbiensis, Placodiscus glandulosus, Placodiscus leptostachys, Placodiscus oblongifolius, Placodiscus bracteosus, Placodiscus caudatus, Placodiscus opacus, Placodiscus angustifolius, Placodiscus pseudostipularis, Placodiscus riparius, Placodiscus turbinatus, Placodiscus splendidus, Placodiscus bancoensis, Placodiscus amaniensis, Placodiscus pedicellatus, Placodiscus attenuatus,
Species in the Sapindaceae family
References
Jean Baptiste Louis Pierre (1833-1905): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Pierre' in the authors string.
François Pellegrin (1881-1965): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Pellegr.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:784447-1: Based on the initial data import