Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Sapindales
Genus:
Species:
sarawakana
ID:
436018

Status:
valid

Authors:
Kochummen

Source:
ksu

Year:
1996

Citation Micro:
Sandakania 7: 111 (1996)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000435350



Common Names

  • Swintonia sarawakana
  • Sarawak Swintonia
  • Swinton's Plume


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Description

Swintonia sarawakana (also called 'Sarawak Swintonia', among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Dipterocarpaceae family. It is native to Malaysia and Indonesia. It is found in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests, and is a tree.

Uses & Benefits

Swintonia sarawakana is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It can also be used as a ground cover in dry areas and can be used to make a hedge or border. The leaves can be used to make a tea that has a mild laxative effect.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Swintonia sarawakana has small, yellow flowers with five petals and a single pistil. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Swintonia sarawakana can be propagated through seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring or autumn in a well-drained, sandy compost. Division should be done in spring or autumn. The plant should be grown in partial shade and in well-drained soil.

Where to Find Swintonia sarawakana

Swintonia sarawakana is native to Malaysia. It is found in the states of Sarawak and Sabah.

Swintonia sarawakana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Swintonia sarawakana?

Swintonia sarawakana

What are the common names of Swintonia sarawakana?

Sarawak Tree

What is the distribution range of Swintonia sarawakana?

India, Sri Lanka, Myanmar, Thailand

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,