Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Sapindales
Species:
duperreanum
ID:
657030

Status:
valid

Authors:
Pierre

Source:
cmp

Year:
1898

Citation Micro:
Fl. Forest. Cochinch. : t. 374 B (1898)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000656362



Common Names

  • Duperreanum Dracontomelon
  • Duperreanum Dragon Fruit
  • Duperreanum Dragon Tree


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Synonyms

  • Dracontomelon sinense Stapf [unknown]

Description

Dracontomelon duperreanum (also called Duperre's 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 duperreanum is an ornamental plant that is used in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used medicinally for its antifungal and anti-inflammatory properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Dracontomelon duperreanum are small and yellow, with four petals. The seeds are small and round, with a blackish-brown color. The seedlings are small and thin, with pale green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Dracontomelon duperreanum 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 duperreanum

Dracontomelon duperreanum can be found in the Philippines.

Dracontomelon duperreanum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Dracontomelon duperreanum?

Dracontomelon duperreanum

What type of plant is Dracontomelon duperreanum?

It is a flowering plant

Where is Dracontomelon duperreanum 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