Description
Uvaria thomasii (also called Thomas's Uvaria, among many other common names) is a species of plant in the Annonaceae family. It is a shrub or small tree, typically growing up to 10m tall. It is native to India, Bangladesh, Myanmar, Thailand, Laos, Vietnam, and the Philippines. It is found in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests.
Uses & Benefits
Uvaria thomasii has been used for its timber, which is used in making furniture, boats, and other items. It has also been used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments, including fever, headache, and stomach problems.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Uvaria thomasii has white or yellowish flowers with a five-lobed corolla. The seed is a small, round, black seed. The seedlings are small, with a single, oval-shaped leaf.
Cultivation and Propagation
Uvaria thomasii is a tropical plant that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It prefers a well-drained soil and full sun. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost. It can be propagated by taking stem cuttings in the spring or summer and planting them in a moist soil mixture. The cuttings should be kept moist until they have rooted. It can also be propagated from seed, which should be sown in a moist soil mixture and kept moist until germination occurs.