Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Magnoliales
Family:
Species:
igniflora
ID:
394700

Status:
valid

Authors:
D.M.Johnson

Source:
cmp

Year:
1999

Citation Micro:
Contr. Univ. Michigan Herb. 22: 96 (1999)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000394032



Common Names

  • Polyalthia igniflora
  • Igniflora Polyalthia
  • Igniflora


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Description

Polyalthia igniflora (also called Fire-Flowered False-Fruited Tree, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Annonaceae family. It is native to Southeast Asia and is found in tropical rainforests. It is a large tree with dark green, glossy leaves and yellow-green flowers. The fruits are small and yellow-green in color.

Uses & Benefits

Polyalthia igniflora 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

Polyalthia igniflora has small, white flowers with yellow centers. Its seeds are small and black, and its seedlings are small and thin.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Polyalthia igniflora is a medium-sized, evergreen tree that can reach up to 15 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 igniflora

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

Polyalthia igniflora FAQ

What is the scientific name of Polyalthia igniflora?

Polyalthia igniflora

What is the family of Polyalthia igniflora?

Annonaceae

What is the common name of Polyalthia igniflora?

Fire-flowered 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

David Mark Johnson (b.1955): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'D.M.Johnson' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:1008947-1: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.