Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Magnoliales
Family:
Species:
burahol
ID:
435871

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Blume) Hook.f. & Thomson

Source:
cmp

Year:
1855

Citation Micro:
Fl. Ind. 1: 94 (1855)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000435203



Common Names

  • Stelechocarpus Burahol
  • Burahol Palm
  • Burahol Palm Tree


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Description

Stelechocarpus burahol (also called Burahol Starfruit, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that grows up to 10 m tall. It is native to South America and is found in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests. It is often found in disturbed areas such as roadsides and pastures.

Uses & Benefits

Stelechocarpus burahol is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes. It is also used for its medicinal properties, such as treating fever, headaches, and digestive issues.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Stelechocarpus burahol has small, white flowers with yellow centers. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small and have a single, thin stem with small, green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Stelechocarpus burahol is a tropical, evergreen shrub that can be grown in full sun to partial shade. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and can tolerate light frost. Propagation is usually done by cuttings, as seeds are not widely available.

Where to Find Stelechocarpus burahol

Stelechocarpus burahol is native to Thailand, where it is found in the provinces of Chiang Mai and Chiang Rai.

Stelechocarpus burahol FAQ

What is the scientific name of Stelechocarpus burahol?

Stelechocarpus burahol

What type of plant is Stelechocarpus burahol?

It is a type of palm tree

Where does Stelechocarpus burahol grow?

It is native to Southeast Asia

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

Joseph Dalton Hooker (1817-1911): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hook.f.' in the authors string.
Thomas Thomson (1817-1878): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Thomson' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:75160-1: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.