Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Species:
philippinense
ID:
347614

Status:
valid

Authors:
Merr. & Rolfe

Source:
wcs

Year:
1920

Citation Micro:
Philipp. J. Sci. 16: 555 (1920)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000346946



Common Names

  • Blumeodendron Philippinense
  • Philippinense Blumeodendron
  • Philippinensian Blumeodendron


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Description

Blumeodendron philippinense (also called Philippine Blumea, among many other common names) is a shrub of the family Asteraceae. It is native to the Philippines, where it is widely distributed in the islands. It is found in tropical habitats, such as forests, woodlands, and grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Blumeodendron philippinense is used as an ornamental plant, and its wood is used for construction and furniture making.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Blumeodendron philippinense has small, yellowish-green flowers that are borne in clusters. The seeds are small, dark brown, and oblong. The seedlings are small and slender.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Blumeodendron philippinense is a tropical tree that grows in moist to wet soils in full sun to part shade. It is best propagated from seed, but it is slow to germinate and can take up to two years to reach maturity.

Where to Find Blumeodendron philippinense

Blumeodendron philippinense is native to the Philippines and can be found in the forests of Luzon.

Blumeodendron philippinense FAQ

What is the scientific name of Blumeodendron philippinense?

Blumeodendron philippinense

What is the common name of Blumeodendron philippinense?

Philippine Blumeodendron

What type of plant is Blumeodendron philippinense?

Perennial

Species in the Euphorbiaceae family

Acalypha peckoltii, Acalypha peduncularis, Acalypha pendula, Acalypha perrieri, Acalypha persimilis, Acalypha peruviana, Acalypha pervilleana, Acalypha phleoides, Acalypha phyllonomifolia, Acalypha pilosa, Acalypha pippenii, Acalypha pittieri, Acalypha platyphylla, Acalypha pleiogyne, Acalypha plicata, Acalypha pohliana, Acalypha poiretii, Acalypha polymorpha, Acalypha polystachya, Acalypha portoricensis, Acalypha pruinosa, Acalypha pruriens, Acalypha pseudalopecuroides, Acalypha pseudovagans, Acalypha psilostachya, Acalypha pubiflora, Acalypha pulchrespicata, Acalypha punctata, Acalypha purpurascens, Acalypha purpusii, Acalypha pycnantha, Acalypha pygmaea, Acalypha radians, Acalypha radicans, Acalypha radinostachya, Acalypha radula, Acalypha radula, Acalypha rafaelensis, Acalypha raivavensis, Acalypha rapensis, Acalypha reflexa, Acalypha repanda, Acalypha retifera, Acalypha rhombifolia, Acalypha rhomboidea, Acalypha richardiana, Acalypha riedeliana, Acalypha rivularis, Acalypha rottleroides, Acalypha rubrinervis,

References

Elmer Drew Merrill (1876-1956): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Merr.' in the authors string.
Robert Allen Rolfe (1855-1921): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Rolfe' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:339965-1: Based on the initial data import