Status:
valid
Authors:
Aspl.
Source:
tro
Year:
1932
Citation Micro:
Svensk Bot. Tidskr. 26: 191, fig. 1; pl. 5, figs. 1, 2. 1932
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001296113
Common Names
- Grandiflora Haploclathra
- Grandiflora Haploclathra Tree
- Grandiflora Haploclathra Fruit Tree
Description
Haploclathra grandiflora (also called Haploclathra, among many other common names) is a small evergreen tree native to India and Sri Lanka. It grows up to 10 meters in height and has a trunk diameter of up to 0.5 meters. It is found in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests and moist montane forests.
Uses & Benefits
Haploclathra grandiflora is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It has a beautiful white flower that can be used for decoration. It also has medicinal properties and is used to treat fever, diarrhea, and skin diseases.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Haploclathra grandiflora is white with four petals and many yellow stamens. The seed is small and black. The seedlings are small and delicate.
Cultivation and Propagation
Haploclathra grandiflora is a perennial evergreen tree that is best grown in full sun to partial shade in moist, well-drained soil. It can tolerate dry conditions, but will not tolerate wet soils. Propagation is by seed or cuttings. Pruning is not necessary, but can be done in late winter to shape the plant.
Where to Find Haploclathra grandiflora
Haploclathra grandiflora is native to the Amazon rainforest and can be found in moist, sandy soils in open woods and disturbed areas.
Haploclathra grandiflora FAQ
What is the scientific name of Haploclathra grandiflora?
Haploclathra grandiflora
What is the common name of Haploclathra grandiflora?
Large-flowered Haploclathra
What is the natural habitat of Haploclathra grandiflora?
Tropical forests
Species in the Haploclathra genus
Species in the Calophyllaceae family
Calophyllum acidus,
Calophyllum acutiputamen,
Calophyllum aerarium,
Calophyllum alboramulum,
Calophyllum amblyphyllum,
Calophyllum andersonii,
Calophyllum angulare,
Calophyllum apetalum,
Calophyllum archipelagi,
Calophyllum ardens,
Calophyllum articulatum,
Calophyllum aurantiacum,
Calophyllum aureobrunnescens,
Calophyllum aureum,
Calophyllum austroindicum,
Calophyllum balansae,
Calophyllum banyengii,
Calophyllum bicolor,
Calophyllum biflorum,
Calophyllum bifurcatum,
Calophyllum blancoi,
Calophyllum brachyphyllum,
Calophyllum bracteatum,
Calophyllum brasiliense,
Calophyllum brassii,
Calophyllum calaba,
Calophyllum calcicola,
Calophyllum caledonicum,
Calophyllum canum,
Calophyllum carrii,
Calophyllum castaneum,
Calophyllum caudatum,
Calophyllum celebicum,
Calophyllum cerasiferum,
Calophyllum ceriferum,
Calophyllum chapelieri,
Calophyllum clemensiorum,
Calophyllum collinum,
Calophyllum comorense,
Calophyllum complanatum,
Calophyllum confertum,
Calophyllum confusum,
Calophyllum cordato-oblongum,
Calophyllum coriaceum,
Calophyllum costatum,
Calophyllum costulatum,
Calophyllum cucullatum,
Calophyllum cuneifolium,
Calophyllum dasypodium,
Calophyllum depressinervosum,