Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Sapindales
Genus:
Species:
oleiferum
ID:
584323

Status:
valid

Authors:
Baill.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1872

Citation Micro:
Adansonia 10: 341 (1872)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000583655

Common Names

  • Canarium Oleiferum
  • Oleiferum Canarium
  • Oil-bearing Canarium

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Synonyms

  • Canariellum oleiferum Engl. [unknown]

Description

Canarium oleiferum (also called Borneo Nutmeg, among many other common names) is a large tree that grows up to 30 meters tall. It is native to Southeast Asia. It grows in moist, tropical forests.

Uses & Benefits

Canarium oleiferum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and its flowers are often used in floral arrangements. It is also used in traditional Chinese medicine to treat fever, headaches, and sore throats.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Canarium oleiferum are small, white, and fragrant. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Canarium oleiferum can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds can be sown in a well-drained potting mix and kept in a warm, humid environment. Cuttings should be taken from the tips of the branches and placed in a moist potting mix. Both methods should be kept in a warm, humid environment and watered regularly.

Where to Find Canarium oleiferum

Canarium oleiferum can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of Southeast Asia, New Guinea, and the Pacific Islands.

Canarium oleiferum FAQ

What type of plant is Canarium oleiferum?

Canarium oleiferum is a species of flowering plant in the Burseraceae family.

Where is Canarium oleiferum native to?

Canarium oleiferum is native to Southeast Asia.

What conditions does Canarium oleiferum need to thrive?

Canarium oleiferum needs bright, indirect light, high humidity, and well-draining soil.

Species in the Canarium genus

Canarium acutifolium, Canarium album, Canarium album, Canarium apertum, Canarium asperum, Canarium australasicum, Canarium australianum, Canarium balansae, Canarium balsamiferum, Canarium batjanense, Canarium bengalense, Canarium boivinii, Canarium caudatum, Canarium cestracion, Canarium chinare, Canarium cinereum, Canarium copaliferum, Canarium decumanum, Canarium denticulatum, Canarium dichotomum, Canarium divergens, Canarium engleri, Canarium euphyllum, Canarium euryphyllum, Canarium fuscocalycinum, Canarium gracile, Canarium grandifolium, Canarium harveyi, Canarium hirsutum, Canarium indicum, Canarium intermedium, Canarium kaniense, Canarium karoense, Canarium kerrii, Canarium kinabaluense, Canarium kipella, Canarium kostermansii, Canarium lamii, Canarium latistipulatum, Canarium liebertianum, Canarium liguliferum, Canarium littorale, Canarium luzonicum, Canarium lyi, Canarium macadamii, Canarium madagascariense, Canarium maluense, Canarium manii, Canarium megacarpum, Canarium megalanthum,

Species in the Burseraceae family

Ambilobea madagascariensis, Aucoumea klaineana, Beiselia mexicana, Boswellia globosa, Boswellia ameero, Boswellia bullata, Boswellia carteri, Boswellia dalzielii, Boswellia dioscoridis, Boswellia elongata, Boswellia frereana, Boswellia microphylla, Boswellia nana, Boswellia neglecta, Boswellia ogadensis, Boswellia ovalifoliolata, Boswellia papyrifera, Boswellia pirottae, Boswellia popoviana, Boswellia rivae, Boswellia sacra, Boswellia serrata, Boswellia socotrana, Bursera roseana, Bursera silviae, Bursera toledoana, Bursera altijuga, Bursera amplifolia, Bursera angustata, Bursera aptera, Bursera arida, Bursera ariensis, Bursera aromatica, Bursera aspleniifolia, Bursera attenuata, Bursera bicolor, Bursera biflora, Bursera bipinnata, Bursera bolivarii, Bursera bonetii, Bursera brunea, Bursera cerasifolia, Bursera chemapodicta, Bursera cinerea, Bursera citronella, Bursera collina, Bursera confusa, Bursera copallifera, Bursera coyucensis, Bursera crenata,

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