Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Sapindales
Species:
cristagalli
ID:
1325898

Status:
valid

Authors:
Munzinger, Lowry, Callm. & Buerki

Source:
ipni

Year:
2014

Citation Micro:
Syst. Bot. 38: 1110 (2013 publ. 2014)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001338352

Common Names

  • Cristagalli Podonephelium
  • Podonephelium cristagalli
  • Cristagalli Podonephelium

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Description

Podonephelium cristagalli (also called Crested Podonephelium, among many other common names) is a shrub native to Japan. It grows in dry, rocky soils and can reach a height of up to 2 m. It has small, white flowers and dark green leaves.

Uses & Benefits

Podonephelium cristagalli is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used medicinally to treat various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Podonephelium cristagalli is a small, white flower with five petals. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single, narrow, grass-like leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Podonephelium cristagalli is a small shrub that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from semi-ripe wood and rooted in a moist, well-draining medium. Once established, the plant should be kept in a sunny location with regular watering.

Where to Find Podonephelium cristagalli

Podonephelium cristagalli can be found in Australia, particularly in the states of New South Wales and Queensland.

Podonephelium cristagalli FAQ

What is the scientific name of Podonephelium cristagalli?

Podonephelium cristagalli

What is the family of Podonephelium cristagalli?

Fabaceae

What is the common name of Podonephelium cristagalli?

Cristagalli Podonephelium

Species in the Sapindaceae family

References

Porter Peter Lowry (b.1956): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lowry' in the authors string.
Martin Wilhelm Callmander (b.1975): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Callm.' in the authors string.
Jérôme Munzinger: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Munzinger' in the authors string.
Sven Buerki: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Buerki' in the authors string.