Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Sapindales
Species:
hapalum
ID:
394429

Status:
valid

Authors:
A.C.Sm.

Source:
ksu

Year:
1967

Citation Micro:
Contr. U.S. Natl. Herb. 37: 76 (1967)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000393761



Common Names

  • Hapalum False Daisy
  • False Daisy
  • Pleiogynium Hapalum


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Description

Pleiogynium hapalum (also called Indian mast tree, among many other common names) is a species of flowering tree in the family Annonaceae. It is native to India, Sri Lanka, and the Andaman and Nicobar Islands. It grows in moist deciduous forests, evergreen forests, and wet areas.

Uses & Benefits

Pleiogynium hapalum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used for landscaping and as a hedge plant. The leaves of the plant are used to make tea and are believed to have medicinal properties. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat fever, headache, and stomach ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Pleiogynium hapalum are small, white and fragrant. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small and have a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pleiogynium hapalum can be propagated from seeds or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring in a warm, sheltered spot in moist, well-drained soil. Cuttings should be taken in late summer or early autumn and planted in a well-drained, sandy soil. The plants should be kept moist and in a warm, sunny location.

Where to Find Pleiogynium hapalum

Pleiogynium hapalum is native to Southeast Asia and can be found in tropical and subtropical forests.

Pleiogynium hapalum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pleiogynium hapalum?

Pleiogynium hapalum

What is the common name of Pleiogynium hapalum?

Hapalum

What is the natural habitat of Pleiogynium hapalum?

Tropical rainforests

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,