Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Genus:
Species:
megalantha
ID:
686300

Status:
valid

Authors:
K.M.Wong & Sugau

Source:
cmp

Year:
1996

Citation Micro:
Sandakania 8: 77 (1996)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000685633



Common Names

  • Megalantha Fagraea
  • Fagraea megalantha
  • Megalantha Tree Fagraea


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Description

Fagraea megalantha (also called large-flowered garland flower, among many other common names) is a small tree native to Southeast Asia. It has a rough, grey bark and grows up to 10 m in height. The leaves are elliptic and the flowers are white. It grows in tropical forests and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

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

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Fagraea megalantha are white and fragrant. The seeds are small, round, and black. The seedlings are small, dark green, and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Fagraea megalantha is a small to medium-sized evergreen tree that can grow up to 25 m tall. It is native to India, Sri Lanka, and Southeast Asia. It prefers well-drained soils in full sun or partial shade. Propagation is usually done by seed, although cuttings can also be used. The seeds should be sown in a well-drained medium and kept moist until germination occurs. Once the seedlings are established, they should be transplanted into larger containers and given plenty of water and fertilizer.

Where to Find Fagraea megalantha

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

Fagraea megalantha FAQ

What is the common name of Fagraea megalantha?

The common name of Fagraea megalantha is the Large-flowered Gonystylus

What is the natural habitat of Fagraea megalantha?

Fagraea megalantha is native to tropical and subtropical regions of Southeast Asia

What is the average height of Fagraea megalantha?

Fagraea megalantha typically grows to a height of 3-6 meters

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,

References

Khoon Meng Wong (b.1954): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'K.M.Wong' in the authors string.
John B. Sugau: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Sugau' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:991581-1: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.