Dracontomelon lenticulatum - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Sapindales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
lenticulatum
ID:
657037
Status:
valid
Authors:
H.P.Wilk.
Source:
cmp
Year:
1967
Citation Micro:
J. Nat. Hist. Sci. Soc. Western Australia 1: 505 (1967)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000656369
Common Names
- Lenticulatum Dracontomelon
- Lenticulatum Dragon Fruit
- Lenticulatum Dragon Tree
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Dracontomelon lenticulatum (also called Lenticulate 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 lenticulatum is an ornamental plant that is used in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used medicinally for its antifungal and antibacterial properties.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Dracontomelon lenticulatum are small, yellow-green in color, and have five petals. The seeds are small, round, and black in color. The seedlings are small, with thin, light green leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Dracontomelon lenticulatum 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 lenticulatum
Dracontomelon lenticulatum can be found in the Philippines.
Dracontomelon lenticulatum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Dracontomelon lenticulatum?
Dracontomelon lenticulatum
What type of plant is Dracontomelon lenticulatum?
It is a flowering plant
Where is Dracontomelon lenticulatum found?
It is found in Southeast Asia
Species in the Dracontomelon genus
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-2777584: Based on the initial data import
Hazel Patricia Wilkinson (b.1932): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.P.Wilk.' in the authors string.