Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ranunculales
Species:
cuneata
ID:
747792

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Oliv.) Rehder & E.H.Wilson

Source:
cmp

Year:
1913

Citation Micro:
Pl. Wilson. 1: 353 (1913)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000747125

Common Names

  • Sargentodoxa cuneata
  • Sargentodoxa
  • Chinese Olive

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Description

Sargentodoxa cuneata (also called Sargent's Doxa, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to China. It has glossy, dark green leaves and white flowers. It is found in moist forests and woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Sargentodoxa cuneata is used in traditional Chinese medicine to treat various ailments, including skin diseases, fever, and headaches. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Sargentodoxa cuneata has white, star-shaped flowers with five petals and yellow stamens. The seeds are small, black and glossy. The seedlings have long, narrow, pointed leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Sargentodoxa cuneata can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Division can be done in spring or autumn. The clumps should be divided into smaller sections and replanted.

Where to Find Sargentodoxa cuneata

Sargentodoxa cuneata is native to East Asia, and can be found in tropical rainforests and lowland forests.

Sargentodoxa cuneata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Sargentodoxa cuneata?

Sargentodoxa cuneata

What is the family of Sargentodoxa cuneata?

Lardizabalaceae

Where is Sargentodoxa cuneata found?

China

Species in the Sargentodoxa genus

Species in the Lardizabalaceae family

Akebia longeracemosa, Akebia pentaphylla, Akebia quinata, Akebia trifoliata, Akebia apetala, Akebia longisepala, Boquila trifoliolata, Decaisnea fargesii, Decaisnea insignis, Lardizabala funaria, Sargentodoxa cuneata, Sinofranchetia chinensis, Stauntonia latifolia, Stauntonia angustifolia, Stauntonia chinensis, Stauntonia hexaphylla, Stauntonia filamentosa, Stauntonia maculata, Stauntonia trinervia, Stauntonia obovatifoliola, Stauntonia oligophylla, Stauntonia yaoshanensis, Stauntonia conspicua, Stauntonia parviflora, Stauntonia purpurea, Stauntonia obcordatilimba, Stauntonia cavalerieana, Stauntonia duclouxii, Stauntonia decora, Stauntonia brunoniana, Stauntonia libera, Stauntonia obovata, Stauntonia brachyandra, Stauntonia chapaensis, Stauntonia coriacea, Stauntonia crassifolia, Stauntonia grandiflora, Stauntonia linearifolia, Stauntonia medogensis, Stauntonia pterocaulis,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2900642: Based on the initial data import
Daniel Oliver (1830-1916): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Oliv.' in the authors string.
Alfred Rehder (1863-1949): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Rehder' in the authors string.
Ernest Henry Wilson (1876-1930): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'E.H.Wilson' in the authors string.