Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Sapindales
Genus:
Species:
resiniferum
ID:
584378

Status:
valid

Authors:
Bruce ex King

Source:
cmp

Year:
1893

Citation Micro:
J. Asiat. Soc. Bengal, Pt. 2, Nat. Hist. 62: 188 (1893)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000583710

Common Names

  • Canarium resiniferum
  • Resiniferum Canarium
  • Resiniferum Nut Tree

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Description

Canarium resiniferum (also called 'Kanari', among many other common names) is a species of tree in the Burseraceae family. It is native to tropical regions of South and Southeast Asia, and is found in lowland and montane forests. It has a grey-brown bark and its leaves are oblong-elliptic in shape. The tree can grow up to 15 meters in height.

Uses & Benefits

Canarium resiniferum is used as an ornamental tree, for its timber, and for its edible fruits.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Canarium resiniferum is white and has a yellow center. Its seeds are small, black and oval in shape. The seedlings are small and have a pair of cotyledons.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Canarium resiniferum is a medium-sized evergreen tree that grows up to 15 m tall. It is native to New Guinea and is cultivated in tropical and subtropical regions. Propagation is by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from young, healthy plants and planted in a well-draining medium.

Where to Find Canarium resiniferum

Canarium resiniferum can be found in tropical forests of Southeast Asia, including Indonesia, Malaysia, and the Philippines.

Canarium resiniferum FAQ

What type of plant is Canarium resiniferum?

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

Where is Canarium resiniferum native to?

Canarium resiniferum is native to Southeast Asia.

What conditions does Canarium resiniferum need to thrive?

Canarium resiniferum 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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2696051: Based on the initial data import
George King (1840-1909): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'King' in the authors string.
James Bruce (1730-1794): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Bruce' in the authors string.