Description
Licania ternatensis (also called Ternate Licania, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Chrysobalanaceae family. It is a shrub or small tree, growing up to 10 m tall. It is native to Southeast Asia, including Thailand, Vietnam, and Malaysia, and is found in open forests, thickets, and grasslands. It has white or yellowish flowers and long, narrow leaves.
Uses & Benefits
Licania ternatensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a potted plant. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat fever, asthma, and other respiratory ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Licania ternatensis is white and star-shaped, with five petals. The seed is small and round, and the seedling is a small, green plant with a single stem.
Cultivation and Propagation
Licania ternatensis is a small to medium-sized evergreen tree native to tropical and subtropical regions of Mexico and Central America. It grows best in full sun to partial shade and prefers moist, well-drained soils. Propagation is best done from seed, which should be sown in spring or early summer in a warm, sheltered spot. Cuttings can also be taken in late spring or early summer.
Where to Find Licania ternatensis
Licania ternatensis can be found in Central and South America, including Mexico, Guatemala, Honduras, Nicaragua, Costa Rica, Panama, Colombia, Venezuela, Guyana, Suriname, French Guiana, Ecuador, Peru, Bolivia, and Brazil.