Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Magnoliales
Family:
Species:
hirtifolia
ID:
394696

Status:
valid

Authors:
J.Sinclair

Source:
ksu

Year:
1955

Citation Micro:
Gard. Bull. Singapore 14: 300 (1955)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000394028



Common Names

  • Polyalthia hirtifolia
  • Hirtifolia Polyalthia
  • Hirtifolia


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Description

Polyalthia hirtifolia (also called Hairy Tree, among many other common names) is a medium-sized tree native to India. It has large, leathery leaves and grows in tropical and subtropical forests.

Uses & Benefits

Polyalthia hirtifolia is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. Its wood is used for making furniture and its leaves are used as fodder for livestock.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The Polyalthia hirtifolia flower is small, white, and star-shaped, with five petals. The seed is small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Polyalthia hirtifolia is a small, evergreen tree that can reach up to 10 m in height. It is propagated by seed or cuttings. The seeds should be planted in a well-drained, sandy soil and kept moist until germination occurs. Cuttings should be taken from the tips of branches and planted in a sandy soil. The cuttings should be kept moist until they take root.

Where to Find Polyalthia hirtifolia

Polyalthia hirtifolia is native to tropical regions of Southeast Asia, including Thailand, Vietnam, and the Philippines.

Polyalthia hirtifolia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Polyalthia hirtifolia?

Polyalthia hirtifolia

What is the family of Polyalthia hirtifolia?

Annonaceae

What is the common name of Polyalthia hirtifolia?

Hairy-leaved 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,

References

James Sinclair (1913-1968): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.Sinclair' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:74599-1: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.