Placodiscus leptostachys - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Sapindales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
leptostachys
ID:
472147
Status:
valid
Authors:
Radlk.
Source:
cmp
Year:
1879
Citation Micro:
Sitzungsber. Math.-Phys. Cl. Königl. Bayer. Akad. Wiss. München 9: 606 (1879)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000471479
Common Names
- Placodiscus leptostachys
- Leptostachys Placodiscus
- Leptostachys's Placodiscus
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Placodiscus leptostachys (also called Slender-stalked 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 leptostachys is used in traditional medicine to treat fever, headaches, and digestive issues. It is also used as an anti-inflammatory and to reduce stress.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Placodiscus leptostachys is a small, white, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, green, oval-shaped seedlings with a single cotyledon.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Placodiscus leptostachys is an evergreen shrub that can reach up to 2 m in height. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed or cuttings. Cuttings should be taken in late summer or early autumn and planted in a well-drained, sandy soil mix.
Where to Find Placodiscus leptostachys
Placodiscus leptostachys is native to tropical America and can be found in moist forests and along streams.
Placodiscus leptostachys FAQ
What is the scientific name of Placodiscus leptostachys?
Placodiscus leptostachys
What are the common names of Placodiscus leptostachys?
Slender-stalked Placodiscus, Slender-stalked Placodiscus Tree
What is the natural habitat of Placodiscus leptostachys?
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
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2543620: Based on the initial data import
Ludwig Radlkofer (1829-1927): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Radlk.' in the authors string.