Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Genus:
Species:
litoralis
ID:
686284

Status:
valid

Authors:
Blume

Source:
cmp

Year:
1826

Citation Micro:
Bijdr. Fl. Ned. Ind. : 1021 (1826)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000685617



Common Names

  • Litoralis Fagraea
  • Fagraea litoralis
  • Litoralis Tree Fagraea


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Description

Fagraea litoralis (also called 'Kamuning', among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Gentianaceae. It is a small tree or shrub, growing up to 6 m tall. It is native to Southeast Asia, from India to New Guinea, and is found in tropical forests. It prefers moist, shady habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Fagraea litoralis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of timber for construction and furniture.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Fagraea littoralis var. borneensis K.M.Wong & Sugau
Fagraea litoralis var. litoralis

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Fagraea litoralis has small, white, bell-shaped flowers that bloom in the summer. The flowers are followed by small, yellow, fleshy fruits that contain small, black seeds. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with narrow, lance-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Fagraea litoralis is a medium-sized evergreen tree that grows up to 15 m tall. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood and rooted in a well-drained soil mix. It prefers full sun and can tolerate some shade.

Where to Find Fagraea litoralis

Fagraea litoralis can be found in the tropical forests of Southeast Asia, including Thailand, Malaysia, and Indonesia.

Fagraea litoralis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Fagraea litoralis?

Fagraea litoralis

What is the common name of Fagraea litoralis?

Litoralis Fagraea

What is the natural habitat of Fagraea litoralis?

Fagraea litoralis is native to tropical forests in India, Sri Lanka, and Southeast Asia.

Species in the Fagraea genus

Fagraea acutibracteata, Fagraea annulata, Fagraea auriculata, Fagraea berteroana, Fagraea blumei, Fagraea bodenii, Fagraea borneensis, Fagraea carnosa, Fagraea carstensensis, Fagraea ceilanica, Fagraea coromandelina, Fagraea crassifolia, Fagraea curtisii, Fagraea dulitensis, Fagraea epiphytica, Fagraea euneura, Fagraea eymae, Fagraea fastigiata, Fagraea floribunda, Fagraea gardeniiflora, Fagraea gardenioides, Fagraea gitingensis, Fagraea graciliflora, Fagraea gracilipes, Fagraea havilandii, Fagraea iliasii, Fagraea imperialis, Fagraea involucrata, Fagraea kalimantanensis, Fagraea kinabaluensis, Fagraea kuminii, Fagraea litoralis, Fagraea longiflora, Fagraea longipetiolata, Fagraea macroscypha, Fagraea megalantha, Fagraea oblonga, Fagraea oreophila, Fagraea plumeriiflora, Fagraea pyriformis, Fagraea rarissima, Fagraea renae, Fagraea resinosa, Fagraea ridleyi, Fagraea salticola, Fagraea splendens, Fagraea stonei, Fagraea tacapala, Fagraea ternatana, Fagraea truncata,

Species in the Gentianaceae family

Adenolisianthus arboreus, Anthocleista amplexicaulis, Anthocleista djalonensis, Anthocleista grandiflora, Anthocleista inermis, Anthocleista laxiflora, Anthocleista liebrechtsiana, Anthocleista longifolia, Anthocleista madagascariensis, Anthocleista microphylla, Anthocleista nobilis, Anthocleista obanensis, Anthocleista procera, Anthocleista scandens, Anthocleista schweinfurthii, Anthocleista vogelii, Anthocleista potalioides, Aripuana cullmaniorum, Bartonia paniculata, Bartonia verna, Bartonia virginica, Bisgoeppertia robustior, Bisgoeppertia gracilis, Bisgoeppertia scandens, Blackstonia acuminata, Blackstonia grandiflora, Blackstonia imperfoliata, Blackstonia perfoliata, Calolisianthus amplissimus, Calolisianthus pedunculatus, Canscora alata, Canscora andrographioides, Canscora concanensis, Canscora diffusa, Canscora heteroclita, Canscora macrocalyx, Canscora pauciflora, Canscora perfoliata, Canscora roxburghii, Canscora schultesii, Canscora stricta, Canscora bidoupensis, Canscora bhatiana, Canscora shrirangiana, Canscora ciathula, Canscora tetraptera, Celiantha bella, Celiantha chimantensis, Celiantha imthurniana, Centaurium ameghinoi,

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