Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Magnoliales
Family:
Species:
castanea
ID:
394401

Status:
valid

Authors:
Ridl.

Source:
ksu

Year:
1917

Citation Micro:
J. Fed. Malay States Mus. 8(4): 14 (1917)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000393733



Common Names

  • Castanea Satinwood
  • Castanea Phaeanthus
  • Castanea Polyalthia


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Description

Polyalthia castanea (also called Chestnut Mast Tree, among many other common names) is a medium-sized evergreen tree with a spreading crown and a short trunk. It is native to India, Sri Lanka, and Myanmar. It is found in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests.

Uses & Benefits

Polyalthia castanea is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It has a beautiful foliage and can be used as a hedge or screen. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Polyalthia castanea are 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 castanea 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 Polyalthia castanea

Polyalthia castanea is native to Southeast Asia and can be found in tropical and subtropical forests.

Polyalthia castanea FAQ

What is the scientific name of Polyalthia castanea?

Polyalthia castanea

What are the common names of Polyalthia castanea?

Chestnut mountain apple

What is the natural habitat of Polyalthia castanea?

It is found in tropical rainforests of Southeast Asia

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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