Petersianthus quadrialatus - Uses, Benefits & Care
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
quadrialatus
ID:
775337
Status:
valid
Authors:
Merr.
Source:
iplants
Year:
1916
Citation Micro:
Philipp. J. Sci., C 11: 200 (1916)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000774670
Common Names
- Petersianthus quadrialatus
- Quadrialatus Petersianthus
- Quadrialatus Petersianthus Tree
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Petersianthus quadrialatus (also called Four-winged Petersianthus, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree native to Southeast Asia. It is found in moist forests, often near streams, and can reach heights of up to 10 meters.
Uses & Benefits
Petersianthus quadrialatus is used as an ornamental plant, for its showy flowers and attractive foliage. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Petersianthus quadrialatus is white, with a yellow center. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, with thin, light green leaves.
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Petersianthus quadrialatus is a tropical evergreen tree that grows best in full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is usually done by seed, though cuttings may also be used. The seeds should be sown in a warm, moist environment and kept at a temperature of around 25°C (77°F). The seedlings should be transplanted when they are large enough to handle. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood stems and rooted in a moist, warm environment.
Where to Find Petersianthus quadrialatus
Petersianthus quadrialatus is native to the tropical rainforests of Southeast Asia.
Petersianthus quadrialatus FAQ
What is the common name of Petersianthus quadrialatus?
Four-angled Fruit
What is the scientific name of Petersianthus quadrialatus?
Petersianthus quadrialatus
What is the natural habitat of Petersianthus quadrialatus?
Rainforest, wet sclerophyll forest and woodlands
Species in the Petersianthus genus
Species in the Lecythidaceae family
Allantoma lineata, Allantoma pauciramosa, Allantoma uaupensis, Allantoma kuhlmannii, Allantoma pachyantha, Allantoma pluriflora, Allantoma decandra, Allantoma integrifolia, Asteranthos brasiliensis, Barringtonia acutangula, Barringtonia apiculata, Barringtonia ashtonii, Barringtonia asiatica, Barringtonia angusta, Barringtonia belagaensis, Barringtonia calyptrata, Barringtonia calyptrocalyx, Barringtonia conoidea, Barringtonia corneri, Barringtonia curranii, Barringtonia edulis, Barringtonia filirachis, Barringtonia fusiformis, Barringtonia gigantostachya, Barringtonia hallieri, Barringtonia havilandii, Barringtonia integrifolia, Barringtonia josephstaalensis, Barringtonia khaoluangensis, Barringtonia lanceolata, Barringtonia lauterbachii, Barringtonia longifolia, Barringtonia longipes, Barringtonia longisepala, Barringtonia macrocarpa, Barringtonia macrostachya, Barringtonia neocaledonica, Barringtonia niedenzuana, Barringtonia novae-hiberniae, Barringtonia palawanensis, Barringtonia papeh, Barringtonia papuana, Barringtonia pauciflora, Barringtonia payensiana, Barringtonia pendula, Barringtonia procera, Barringtonia pseudoglomerata, Barringtonia pterita, Barringtonia racemosa, Barringtonia reticulata,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-313235: Based on the initial data import
Elmer Drew Merrill (1876-1956): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Merr.' in the authors string.