Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Austrobaileyales
Genus:
Species:
philippinensis
ID:
358020

Status:
valid

Authors:
Elmer

Source:
wcs

Year:
1908

Citation Micro:
Leafl. Philipp. Bot. 1: 277 (1908)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000357352

Common Names

  • Kadsura philippinensis
  • Philippinensis Kadsura
  • Philippines Kadsura

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Description

Kadsura philippinensis (also called 'Philippine Kadsura', among many other common names) is a small, evergreen shrub native to Southeast Asia. It has small, ovate leaves and small, white flowers. It grows in dry, open areas and rocky soils.

Uses & Benefits

Kadsura philippinensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Kadsura philippinensis has small, white flowers with yellow anthers and a single seed in each fruit. The seeds are small, round, and black in color. The seedlings are small and green, with two oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Kadsura philippinensis is an evergreen shrub native to the Philippines. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun to partial shade and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant but will need regular watering in hot, dry weather. It is best grown in USDA zones 8-10.

Where to Find Kadsura philippinensis

Kadsura philippinensis is native to the Philippines.

Kadsura philippinensis FAQ

What is the common name of Kadsura philippinensis?

Philippine Kadsura

What is the scientific name of Philippine Kadsura?

Kadsura philippinensis

What is the native range of Kadsura philippinensis?

Philippines

Species in the Schisandraceae family

Illicium cubense, Illicium difengpi, Illicium ekmanii, Illicium griffithii, Illicium hottense, Illicium ridleyanum, Illicium stapfii, Illicium sumatranum, Illicium verum, Illicium guajaibonense, Illicium parviflorum, Illicium floridanum, Illicium ternstroemioides, Illicium majus, Illicium arborescens, Illicium dunnianum, Illicium henryi, Illicium jiadifengpi, Illicium philippinense, Illicium tashiroi, Illicium angustisepalum, Illicium burmanicum, Illicium wardii, Illicium macranthum, Illicium simonsii, Illicium tsaii, Illicium lanceolatum, Illicium modestum, Illicium brevistylum, Illicium leiophyllum, Illicium pachyphyllum, Illicium merrillianum, Illicium micranthum, Illicium petelotii, Illicium tenuifolium, Illicium parvifolium, Illicium viridiflorum, Illicium anisatum, Kadsura celebica, Kadsura coccinea, Kadsura heteroclita, Kadsura induta, Kadsura angustifolia, Kadsura borneensis, Kadsura acsmithii, Kadsura scandens, Kadsura verrucosa, Kadsura oblongifolia, Kadsura japonica, Kadsura lanceolata,

References