Dracontomelon schmidii - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Sapindales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
schmidii
ID:
657046
Status:
valid
Authors:
Tardieu
Source:
cmp
Year:
1961
Citation Micro:
Adansonia , n.s., 1: 55 (1961)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000656378
Common Names
- Schmidii Dracontomelon
- Schmidii Dragon Fruit
- Schmidii Dragon Tree
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Dracontomelon schmidii (also called Schmid'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 schmidii 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
The flowers of Dracontomelon schmidii 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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Dracontomelon schmidii is a slow-growing, evergreen tree that can reach up to 20 m in height. It is propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood and rooted in a moist, well-drained soil mix. The tree prefers full sun and can tolerate some shade.
Where to Find Dracontomelon schmidii
Dracontomelon schmidii can be found in the Philippines.
Dracontomelon schmidii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Dracontomelon schmidii?
Dracontomelon schmidii
What type of plant is Dracontomelon schmidii?
It is a flowering plant
Where is Dracontomelon schmidii 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-2777592: Based on the initial data import
Marie-Laure Tardieu-Blot (1902-1998): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Tardieu' in the authors string.