Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malvales
Family:
Species:
obconicum
ID:
576674

Status:
valid

Authors:
W.Y.Chun & F.C.How

Source:
cmp

Year:
1956

Citation Micro:
Acta Phytotax. Sin. 5: 11 (1956)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000576006



Common Names

  • Obconicum Burretiodendron
  • Obconicum False Sarsaparilla
  • Burretiodendron Obconicum


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Synonyms

  • Excentrodendron obconicum (W.Y.Chun & F.C.How) Hung T.Chang & R.H.Miau [unknown]

Description

Burretiodendron obconicum (also called Obconic Burretiodendron, among many other common names) is a shrub of the Rubiaceae family. It is native to Southeast Asia and is found in dry woodlands and shrublands. It has small, white flowers and oval-shaped leaves.

Uses & Benefits

Burretiodendron obconicum is an ornamental plant, often used in gardens and parks. It has a unique, attractive foliage and is drought tolerant, making it a great choice for xeriscaping. It also has medicinal uses, such as treating fever and skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Burretiodendron obconicum has small, yellow flowers with a sweet scent. Its seeds are small, round and black. The seedlings are small and white.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Burretiodendron obconicum is a species of flowering plant in the Anacardiaceae family. It is native to Southeast Asia. It can be propagated by division or by seed. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures as low as 10°C (50°F). It is also tolerant of salt spray.

Where to Find Burretiodendron obconicum

Burretiodendron obconicum is native to tropical rainforests in Central and South America. It can be found in Colombia, Costa Rica, Ecuador, Guatemala, Honduras, Nicaragua, Panama, Peru, and Venezuela.

Burretiodendron obconicum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Burretiodendron obconicum?

Burretiodendron obconicum

What is the common name of Burretiodendron obconicum?

Corkwood

What is the natural habitat of Burretiodendron obconicum?

Tropical rainforests

Species in the Malvaceae family

Abelmoschus angulosus, Abelmoschus caillei, Abelmoschus crinitus, Abelmoschus esculentus, Abelmoschus ficulneus, Abelmoschus hostilis, Abelmoschus magnificus, Abelmoschus manihot, Abelmoschus moschatus, Abelmoschus muliensis, Abelmoschus sagittifolius, Abelmoschus enbeepeegearensis, Abroma augustum, Abutilon abutiloides, Abutilon affine, Abutilon alii, Abutilon amplum, Abutilon andrewsianum, Abutilon andrieuxii, Abutilon anglosomaliae, Abutilon angulatum, Abutilon anodoides, Abutilon appendiculatum, Abutilon arenarium, Abutilon arequipense, Abutilon auritum, Abutilon austroafricanum, Abutilon badium, Abutilon balansae, Abutilon bastardioides, Abutilon benedictum, Abutilon berlandieri, Abutilon bidentatum, Abutilon bracteosum, Abutilon buchii, Abutilon burandtii, Abutilon bussei, Abutilon californicum, Abutilon calliphyllum, Abutilon carinatum, Abutilon coahuilae, Abutilon commutatum, Abutilon cryptopetalum, Abutilon cuspidatum, Abutilon densiflorum, Abutilon dinteri, Abutilon dispermum, Abutilon divaricatum, Abutilon dugesii, Abutilon durandoi,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2687361: Based on the initial data import
Foon Chew How (1908-1959): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'F.C.How' in the authors string.