Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Genus:
Species:
oblonga
ID:
686312

Status:
valid

Authors:
King & Gamble

Source:
cmp

Year:
1908

Citation Micro:
J. Asiat. Soc. Bengal, Pt. 2, Nat. Hist. 74: 612 (1908)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000685645



Common Names

  • Oblonga Fagraea
  • Fagraea oblonga
  • Oblonga Tree Fagraea


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Description

Fagraea oblonga (also called 'Oblong Fagraea', among many other common names) is a small, evergreen tree native to Southeast Asia. It has glossy, dark green leaves and white flowers. The plant grows in tropical forests and along riverbanks.

Uses & Benefits

Fagraea oblonga is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It has a pleasant fragrance and is often used as a cut flower. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Fagraea oblonga is white, with a yellow center and a sweet fragrance. The seed is small, oblong and black. The seedlings are small, with a single stem and two small leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Fagraea oblonga is a small to medium-sized evergreen tree that can grow up to 25 m tall. It is native to India and Sri Lanka. 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 oblonga

Fagraea oblonga is native to Southeast Asia, including Thailand, Malaysia, and Indonesia. It is found in moist, lowland forests.

Fagraea oblonga FAQ

What is the scientific name of Fagraea oblonga?

Fagraea oblonga

What is the common name of Fagraea oblonga?

Oblong Fagraea

Where is Fagraea oblonga native to?

Indonesia, Malaysia, and the Philippines

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

James Sykes Gamble (1847-1925): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Gamble' in the authors string.
George King (1840-1909): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'King' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:546200-1: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.