Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Magnoliales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
sarawakensis
ID:
386241

Status:
valid

Authors:
Kessler

Source:
cmp

Year:
1990

Citation Micro:
Blumea 34: 507 (1990)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000385573



Common Names

  • Sarawak Orophea
  • Sarawak Leaf Orophea
  • Sarawak Fruit Orophea


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Description

Orophea sarawakensis (also called Sarawak orophea, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree with a single stem, which can reach up to 4 m in height. It is native to Malaysia and is found in moist deciduous forests and grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Orophea sarawakensis is used for its medicinal properties, such as treating skin diseases, wounds, and inflammation. It is also used as a dye for fabrics and as a flavoring for food.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Orophea sarawakensis has red flowers with yellow lips. The seed is round and black. The seedlings are small and have narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cultivation and propagation of Orophea sarawakensis: Orophea sarawakensis is a tropical evergreen tree that grows best in full sun and moist, well-drained soils. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining potting mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and rooted in a moist, well-draining potting mix.

Where to Find Orophea sarawakensis

Orophea sarawakensis is native to Malaysia and can be found in the forests of Sarawak.

Orophea sarawakensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Orophea sarawakensis?

Orophea sarawakensis

What is the common name of Orophea sarawakensis?

Mountain mahogany

Where is Orophea sarawakensis found?

It is found in the western United States, from California to Arizona.

Species in the Orophea genus

Orophea merrillii, Orophea malayana, Orophea leuseri, Orophea kostermansiana, Orophea polycarpa, Orophea parvifolia, Orophea myriantha, Orophea rubra, Orophea harmandiana, Orophea fusca, Orophea trigyna, Orophea tonkinensis, Orophea sarawakensis, Orophea sivarajanii, Orophea flagellaris, Orophea dolichocarpa, Orophea dodecandra, Orophea creaghii, Orophea acuminata, Orophea corymbosa, Orophea clemensiana, Orophea alba, Orophea narasimhanii, Orophea hexandra, Orophea hainanensis, Orophea enneandra, Orophea chrysantha, Orophea chlorantha, Orophea maculata, Orophea katschallica, Orophea desmos, Orophea cuneiformis, Orophea brandisii, Orophea enterocarpa, Orophea leytensis, Orophea wenzelii, Orophea erythrocarpa, Orophea celebica, Orophea sericea, Orophea cumingiana, Orophea megalophylla, Orophea kerrii, Orophea hirsuta, Orophea multiflora, Orophea zeylanica, Orophea thorelii, Orophea uniflora, Orophea thomsonii, Orophea glabra, Orophea hastata,

Species in the Annonaceae family

Afroguatteria bequaertii, Afroguatteria globosa, Afroguatteria discostigma, Alphonsea boniana, Alphonsea curtisii, Alphonsea cylindrica, Alphonsea elliptica, Alphonsea gaudichaudiana, Alphonsea hainanensis, Alphonsea havilandii, Alphonsea hortensis, Alphonsea javanica, Alphonsea johorensis, Alphonsea keithii, Alphonsea kinabaluensis, Alphonsea kingii, Alphonsea lucida, Alphonsea lutea, Alphonsea maingayi, Alphonsea malayana, Alphonsea mollis, Alphonsea monogyna, Alphonsea orthopetala, Alphonsea ovata, Alphonsea papuasica, Alphonsea philastreana, Alphonsea siamensis, Alphonsea sonlaensis, Alphonsea stenogyna, Alphonsea tonquinensis, Alphonsea tsangyanensis, Alphonsea ventricosa, Alphonsea zeylanica, Alphonsea borneensis, Alphonsea rugosa, Alphonsea glandulosa, Alphonsea pallida, Alphonsea annulata, Alphonsea isthmicola, Alphonsea longicarpa, Alphonsea phuwuaensis, Ambavia capuronii, Ambavia gerrardii, Anaxagorea acuminata, Anaxagorea allenii, Anaxagorea angustifolia, Anaxagorea borneensis, Anaxagorea brachycarpa, Anaxagorea brevipedicellata, Anaxagorea brevipes,

References

Paul Keßler (b.1958): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kessler' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:939685-1: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.