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
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.
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,