Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Magnoliales
Family:
Species:
bracteosa
ID:
394361

Status:
valid

Authors:
Bân

Source:
ksu

Year:
2000

Citation Micro:
Fl. Vietnam 1: 111 (2000)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000393693



Common Names

  • Polyalthia bracteosa
  • Bracted Ashoka Tree
  • Bracted-flowered Ashoka Tree


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Description

Polyalthia bracteosa (also called Bract Mast Tree, among many other common names) is a medium-sized evergreen tree native to India and Sri Lanka. It has an upright, columnar growth habit and can reach heights of up to 30 meters. Its leaves are simple, alternate, and oblong in shape, and its flowers are white and fragrant. It is found in tropical and subtropical forests, as well as in disturbed habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Polyalthia bracteosa is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments such as fever, rheumatism, and skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Polyalthia bracteosa 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

Polyalthia bracteosa is a small evergreen tree native to India. It is easy to propagate from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from the tips of branches and planted in a well-draining soil mix. Keep the soil moist and provide plenty of indirect light.

Where to Find Polyalthia bracteosa

Polyalthia bracteosa can be found in India, Sri Lanka, and Myanmar.

Polyalthia bracteosa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Polyalthia bracteosa?

Polyalthia bracteosa

What is the family of Polyalthia bracteosa?

Annonaceae

What is the common name of Polyalthia bracteosa?

Bracted Polyalthia

Species in the Polyalthia genus

Polyalthia gracilipes, Polyalthia dumosa, Polyalthia dictyoneura, Polyalthia debilis, Polyalthia elliptica, Polyalthia corticosa, Polyalthia elegans, Polyalthia flagellaris, Polyalthia evecta, Polyalthia endertii, Polyalthia bracteosa, Polyalthia borneensis, Polyalthia barenensis, Polyalthia brunneifolia, Polyalthia angustissima, Polyalthia clemensiorum, Polyalthia cinnamomea, Polyalthia chrysotricha, Polyalthia celebica, Polyalthia cauliflora, Polyalthia castanea, Polyalthia bullata, Polyalthia venosa, Polyalthia hirtifolia, Polyalthia insignis, Polyalthia igniflora, Polyalthia lateritia, Polyalthia kanchanaburiana, Polyalthia subcordata, Polyalthia stenopetala, Polyalthia socia, Polyalthia sessiliflora, Polyalthia spathulata, Polyalthia tipuliflora, Polyalthia parviflora, Polyalthia oblonga, Polyalthia obliqua, Polyalthia rufescens, Polyalthia praeflorens, Polyalthia polyphlebia, Polyalthia persicifolia, Polyalthia pumila, Polyalthia mindorensis, Polyalthia motleyana, Polyalthia moonii, Polyalthia montis-silam, Polyalthia minutiflora, Polyalthia minima, Polyalthia miniata, Polyalthia microtus,

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,

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