Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Sapindales
Genus:
Species:
sagotianum
ID:
398970

Status:
valid

Authors:
Marchand

Source:
cmp

Year:
1867

Citation Micro:
Adansonia 8: 69 (1867)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000398302



Common Names

  • Protium sagotianum
  • Sagotianum Protium
  • Sagotianum Protiu


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Synonyms

  • Protium insigne Engl. [unknown]
  • Tingulonga insignis Kuntze [unknown]
  • Bursera caudata Turcz. [unknown]
  • Icica insignis Triana & Planch. [unknown]
  • Icicopsis insignis Engl. [unknown]
  • Icicopsis caudata Engl. [unknown]
  • Tingulonga caudata Kuntze [unknown]
  • Icica decandra Sagot ex Engl. [unknown]

Description

Protium sagotianum (also called Sagot Balsam, among many other common names) is a species of tree native to Southeast Asia. It is a large tree, growing up to 20 meters tall, with grey-green bark and yellow flowers. It is found in moist forests and along riverbanks.

Uses & Benefits

Protium sagotianum is used as an ornamental plant and is also used in landscaping. It is also used in erosion control.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Protium sagotianum is white, with a yellow center and a diameter of about 3 cm. The seed is small and black, and the seedlings are green and spiny.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Protium sagotianum is a medium-sized evergreen tree that grows up to 15 m in height. It is native to the Caribbean and is found in moist, lowland areas. Propagation is usually done by seed, which can be collected from the tree's fruits. The seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil and kept moist until germination occurs. The seedlings should be transplanted to larger containers when they are large enough to handle.

Where to Find Protium sagotianum

Protium sagotianum can be found in Mexico.

Protium sagotianum FAQ

What is the natural habitat of Protium sagotianum?

Protium sagotianum is found in tropical rainforests, in areas with high humidity and temperatures.

What is the size of Protium sagotianum?

Protium sagotianum is a medium-sized tree, reaching up to 20 meters in height.

What are the uses of Protium sagotianum?

Protium sagotianum is used in traditional medicine, for its anti-inflammatory and analgesic properties, and for its timber.

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,

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