Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Escalloniales
Genus:
Species:
maliauensis
ID:
399338

Status:
valid

Authors:
Saw

Source:
ksu

Year:
2004

Citation Micro:
Sandakania 14: 57 (2004)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000398670



Common Names

  • Polyosma maliauensis
  • Maliauensis Polyosma
  • Maliauensis Orchid


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Description

Polyosma maliauensis (also called Maliau Polyosma, among many other common names) is a shrub native to Southeast Asia. It has large, glossy, dark green leaves and grows in moist, shady areas, such as rainforests and along riverbanks.

Uses & Benefits

Polyosma maliauensis is a tropical plant that is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and terrariums. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The Polyosma maliauensis flower is small and white, with five petals. The seed is small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Polyosma maliauensis is a shrub native to Malaysia. It grows to a height of up to 8 feet and has glossy green leaves. The flowers are small and white. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is done by cuttings or by seed.

Where to Find Polyosma maliauensis

Polyosma maliauensis can be found in Southeast Asia, including parts of Malaysia, Indonesia, and the Philippines.

Polyosma maliauensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Polyosma maliauensis?

Polyosma maliauensis

What is the common name of Polyosma maliauensis?

Maliau Polyosma

What is the habitat of Polyosma maliauensis?

It is found in moist, shady habitats, such as in forests and along streams

Species in the Polyosma genus

Polyosma blaoensis, Polyosma annamensis, Polyosma amygdaloides, Polyosma alangiacea, Polyosma adangensis, Polyosma penibukanensis, Polyosma mucronata, Polyosma ridleyi, Polyosma rhytophloia, Polyosma retusa, Polyosma reducta, Polyosma pulgarensis, Polyosma pubescens, Polyosma robusta, Polyosma philippinensis, Polyosma scortechinii, Polyosma parviflora, Polyosma pancheri, Polyosma oligodonta, Polyosma oligantha, Polyosma occulta, Polyosma nullii, Polyosma nhatrangensis, Polyosma borneensis, Polyosma piperi, Polyosma verticillata, Polyosma wallichii, Polyosma villosa, Polyosma mjoebergii, Polyosma urdanetensis, Polyosma turfosa, Polyosma trimeniifolia, Polyosma torricellensis, Polyosma subalpina, Polyosma stenosiphon, Polyosma spicata, Polyosma vochysioides, Polyosma crassifolia, Polyosma forbesii, Polyosma finisterrae, Polyosma fasciculata, Polyosma dolichocarpa, Polyosma discolor, Polyosma dentata, Polyosma fragrans, Polyosma cunninghamii, Polyosma gigantea, Polyosma coriacea, Polyosma cestroides, Polyosma buxea,

Species in the Escalloniaceae family

Anopterus glandulosus, Anopterus macleayanus, Eremosyne pectinata, Escallonia alpina, Escallonia angustifolia, Escallonia bifida, Escallonia bracteata, Escallonia callcottiae, Escallonia chlorophylla, Escallonia cordobensis, Escallonia demissa, Escallonia discolor, Escallonia farinacea, Escallonia florida, Escallonia gayana, Escallonia herrerae, Escallonia hispida, Escallonia hypoglauca, Escallonia illinita, Escallonia laevis, Escallonia ledifolia, Escallonia lepidota, Escallonia leucantha, Escallonia megapotamica, Escallonia micrantha, Escallonia millegrana, Escallonia mollis, Escallonia myrtilloides, Escallonia myrtoidea, Escallonia obtusissima, Escallonia paniculata, Escallonia pendula, Escallonia petrophila, Escallonia piurensis, Escallonia polifolia, Escallonia promaucana, Escallonia pulverulenta, Escallonia rebecae, Escallonia resinosa, Escallonia reticulata, Escallonia revoluta, Escallonia rigida, Escallonia rosea, Escallonia rubra, Escallonia salicifolia, Escallonia schreiteri, Escallonia serrata, Escallonia tucumanensis, Escallonia virgata, Escallonia stricta,

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