Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Sapindales
Species:
dao
ID:
657029

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Blanco) Merr. & Rolfe

Source:
cmp

Year:
1908

Citation Micro:
Philipp. J. Sci., C 3: 108 (1908)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000656361



Common Names

  • Dao Dracontomelon
  • Dao Dragon Fruit
  • Dao Dragon Tree


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Synonyms

  • Poupartia mangifera Blume [unknown]
  • Paliurus dao Blanco [unknown]
  • Paliurus edulis Blanco [unknown]
  • Paliurus lamujo Blanco [unknown]
  • Comeurya cumingiana Baill. [unknown]
  • Dracontomelon brachyphyllum Ridl. [unknown]
  • Dracontomelon celebicum Koord. [unknown]
  • Dracontomelon cumingianum Baill. [unknown]
  • Dracontomelon edule Skeels [unknown]
  • Dracontomelon edule Merr. [unknown]
  • Dracontomelon lamiyo Merr. [unknown]
  • Dracontomelon laxum Schum. [unknown]
  • Dracontomelon mangiferum Blume [unknown]
  • Dracontomelon puberulum Miq. [unknown]
  • Dracontomelon sylvestre Blume [unknown]
  • Poupartia pinnata Blanco [unknown]

Description

Dracontomelon dao (also called Dao Dracontomelon, among many other common names) is a tree with large, leathery leaves and yellow-green flowers. It is native to Southeast Asia and can be found in lowland forests and swamps.

Uses & Benefits

Dracontomelon dao is an ornamental plant that is often used as a groundcover in gardens. It is also used medicinally for its diuretic and anti-inflammatory properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Dracontomelon dao has yellow-green flowers with a sweet scent. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are slender and have a single pair of cotyledons.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Dracontomelon dao is a tropical tree that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It should be grown in full sun to partial shade in a well-drained soil.

Where to Find Dracontomelon dao

Dracontomelon dao can be found in the Philippines.

Dracontomelon dao FAQ

What is the scientific name of Dracontomelon dao?

Dracontomelon dao

What type of plant is Dracontomelon dao?

It is a flowering plant

Where is Dracontomelon dao found?

It is found in Southeast Asia

Species in the Anacardiaceae family

Abrahamia buxifolia, Abrahamia thouvenotii, Abrahamia littoralis, Abrahamia latifolia, Abrahamia minutifolia, Abrahamia ditimena, Abrahamia betamponensis, Abrahamia capuronii, Abrahamia delphinensis, Abrahamia ellipticarpa, Abrahamia elongata, Abrahamia itromoensis, Abrahamia turkii, Abrahamia deflexa, Abrahamia grandidieri, Abrahamia humbertii, Abrahamia ibityensis, Abrahamia lecomtei, Abrahamia lenticellata, Abrahamia lokobensis, Abrahamia longipetiolata, Abrahamia louvelii, Abrahamia nitida, Abrahamia oblongifolia, Abrahamia pauciflora, Abrahamia phillipsonii, Abrahamia sambiranensis, Abrahamia sericea, Abrahamia suarezensis, Abrahamia viguieri, Abrahamia revoluta, Abrahamia antongilensis, Abrahamia darainensis, Abrahamia patrickii, Actinocheita filicina, Allospondias lakonensis, Allospondias laxiflora, Amphipterygium simplicifolium, Amphipterygium adstringens, Amphipterygium amplifolium, Amphipterygium glaucum, Amphipterygium molle, Anacardium amapaense, Anacardium amilcarianum, Anacardium brasiliense, Anacardium caracolii, Anacardium corymbosum, Anacardium curatellifolium, Anacardium excelsum, Anacardium fruticosum,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2777577: Based on the initial data import
Elmer Drew Merrill (1876-1956): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Merr.' in the authors string.
Robert Allen Rolfe (1855-1921): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Rolfe' in the authors string.
Francisco Manuel Blanco (1779-1845): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Blanco' in the authors string.