Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Genus:
Species:
philippinensis
ID:
377230

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Planch. & Triana) Kosterm.

Source:
ksu

Year:
1969

Citation Micro:
Reinwardtia 7: 428 (1969)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000376562



Common Names

  • Mesua philippinensis
  • Cobra's Saffron
  • Iron Wood


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Synonyms

  • Kayea philippinensis Planch. & Triana [unknown]

Description

Mesua philippinensis (also called Ironwood Tree, among many other common names) is a species of tropical tree in the Calophyllaceae family. It is native to the Indian subcontinent, Indochina, and Malesia. Its habitats include tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests, subtropical or tropical moist montane forests, and riverside forests.

Uses & Benefits

Mesua philippinensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It is also used to make herbal teas and can be used as a natural insect repellent.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Mesua philippinensis has small white flowers in umbels at the end of the stems. The seeds are small, dark brown, and are dispersed by wind. The seedlings have a rosette of leaves and a taproot.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Mesua philippinensis is a tropical evergreen tree that can be propagated from seeds or cuttings. The seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood and planted in a well-drained, sandy soil mix. Both methods should be kept in a warm, humid environment and should be protected from direct sunlight.

Where to Find Mesua philippinensis

Mesua philippinensis is native to India and can be found in the tropical forests of the Western Ghats.

Mesua philippinensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Mesua philippinensis?

Mesua philippinensis

What is the common name of Mesua philippinensis?

Philippine Ironwood

What is the natural habitat of Mesua philippinensis?

Tropical rainforests of India, Sri Lanka, and Myanmar

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,

References

André Joseph Guillaume Henri Kostermans (1906-1994): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kosterm.' in the authors string.
José Jerónimo Triana (1828-1890): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Triana' in the authors string.
Jules Émile Planchon (1823-1888): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Planch.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:428857-1: Based on the initial data import