Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Sapindales
Genus:
Species:
aidanianum
ID:
399320

Status:
valid

Authors:
Daly

Source:
ksu

Year:
2005

Citation Micro:
Novon 15: 410 (2005)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000398652



Common Names

  • Protium aidanianum
  • Aidanianum Protium
  • Aidanianum Orchid


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Description

Protium aidanianum (also called Aidan's protium, among many other common names) is a small evergreen tree native to Southeast Asia. It has leathery, oval-shaped leaves and small yellow flowers. It grows in moist, tropical forests.

Uses & Benefits

Protium aidanianum is a species of orchid native to Brazil. It is often used in landscaping and as an ornamental plant. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments, including fever, headaches, and stomach problems.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Protium aidanianum is a yellow, star-shaped flower with a yellow center. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedling is a small, slender plant with a single stem and small, pointed leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Protium aidanianum is a tropical tree native to Costa Rica. It is best grown in a sunny location with well-draining soil. Propagation is done by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be planted in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from the stems and allowed to dry before planting in a well-draining soil mix.

Where to Find Protium aidanianum

Protium aidanianum can be found in the Caribbean, including parts of Mexico, Cuba, and the Dominican Republic.

Protium aidanianum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Protium aidanianum?

Protium aidanianum

What is the common name of Protium aidanianum?

Aidan's Protium

What type of habitat does Protium aidanianum prefer?

It prefers moist, shady areas with acidic soil.

Species in the Protium genus

Protium calanense, Protium buenaventurense, Protium boomii, Protium beandon, Protium baracoense, Protium attenuatum, Protium carolense, Protium llanorum, Protium maestrense, Protium macrosepalum, Protium macrocarpum, Protium macgregorii, Protium leptostachyum, Protium laxiflorum, Protium javanicum, Protium carana, Protium lucidum, Protium opacum, Protium icicariba, Protium nervosum, Protium mucronatum, Protium obtusifolium, Protium cranipyrenum, Protium divaricatum, Protium decandrum, Protium dawsonii, Protium cuneatum, Protium cundinamarcense, Protium crenatum, Protium costaricense, Protium coriaceum, Protium copal, Protium connarifolium, Protium confusum, Protium crassipetalum, Protium heptaphyllum, Protium guianense, Protium grandifolium, Protium glomerulosum, Protium glaziovii, Protium glabrum, Protium giganteum, Protium ferrugineum, Protium elegans, Protium glaucescens, Protium aracouchini, Protium araguense, Protium apiculatum, Protium amazonicum, Protium altsonii,

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,