Dracontomelon vitiense - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Sapindales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
vitiense
ID:
657049
Status:
valid
Authors:
Engl.
Source:
cmp
Year:
1896
Citation Micro:
Monogr. Phan. 9: 253 (1896)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000656381
Common Names
- Vitiense Dracontomelon
- Vitiense Dragon Fruit
- Vitiense Dragon Tree
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Dracontomelon vitiense (also called Viti 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 vitiense 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 vitiense 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 vitiense 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 vitiense
Dracontomelon vitiense can be found in Fiji.
Dracontomelon vitiense FAQ
What is the scientific name of Dracontomelon vitiense?
Dracontomelon vitiense
What type of plant is Dracontomelon vitiense?
It is a flowering plant
Where is Dracontomelon vitiense 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-2777595: Based on the initial data import
Adolf Engler (1844-1930): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Engl.' in the authors string.