Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Sapindales
Species:
splendidus
ID:
1237241

Status:
valid

Authors:
Keay

Source:
tro

Year:
1956

Citation Micro:
Bull. Jard. Bot. État Bruxelles 26: 197 (1956)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001236579

Common Names

  • Placodiscus splendidus
  • Splendidus Placodiscus
  • Placodiscus Splendidus Plant

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Description

Placodiscus splendidus (also called Splendid Placodiscus, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Malvaceae. It is native to Central and South America. It grows in humid and dry tropical forests.

Uses & Benefits

Placodiscus splendidus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Placodiscus splendidus is a yellow-green color. The seed is small and round, and the seedlings are thin and spindly.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Placodiscus splendidus is an evergreen shrub that can reach heights of up to 4 feet. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining, sandy soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from semi-mature wood and rooted in a moist, sandy soil mix. The plant prefers full sun to partial shade and should be watered regularly.

Where to Find Placodiscus splendidus

Placodiscus splendidus can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of Africa, Asia, and Australia.

Placodiscus splendidus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Placodiscus splendidus?

Placodiscus splendidus

What is the common name of Placodiscus splendidus?

Splendidus Placodiscus

What is the natural habitat of Placodiscus splendidus?

Tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests

Species in the Sapindaceae family