Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Sapindales
Genus:
Species:
tenuifolium
ID:
398961

Status:
valid

Authors:
Engl.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1883

Citation Micro:
Monogr. Phan. 4: 76 (1883)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000398293



Common Names

  • Tenuifolium Protium
  • Slenderleaf Bursera
  • Slenderleaf Copal


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Synonyms

  • Protium neglectum Swart [unknown]
  • Tingulonga tenuifolia Kuntze [unknown]
  • Icicopsis tenuifolia Engl. [unknown]
  • Icicopsis tenuifolia brevicalyx Engl. [unknown]
  • Icicopsis tenuifolia multijuga Engl. [unknown]

Description

Protium tenuifolium (also called Slender 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 tenuifolium is used as an ornamental plant and is also used in landscaping. It is also used in erosion control.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Protium tenuifolium sub. sessiliflorum (Rose) D.M.Porter
Protium tenuifolium sub. mcleodii (I.M.Johnst.) D.M.Porter
Protium tenuifolium sub. herbertii (Cuatrec.) D.M.Porter

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Protium tenuifolium 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 tenuifolium is a medium-sized evergreen tree that grows up to 15 m in height. It is native to Central America 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 tenuifolium

Protium tenuifolium can be found in Mexico.

Protium tenuifolium FAQ

What is the natural habitat of Protium tenuifolium?

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

What is the size of Protium tenuifolium?

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

What are the uses of Protium tenuifolium?

Protium tenuifolium 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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