Heritiera javanica - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
(Blume) Kosterm.
Source:
cmp
Year:
1959
Citation Micro:
Penerbitan Madj. Penget. Indonesia 1: 58 (1959)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000720313
Common Names
- Javanese Heritiera
- Javanese Sundari Tree
- Javanese Indian Mahogany
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Heritiera javanica (also called Java Mangrove, among many other common names) is a medium-sized evergreen tree that grows up to 20 m tall. It is native to tropical and subtropical regions of Asia, Africa, and Australia. It is found in mangrove forests, estuaries, and tidal creeks.
Uses & Benefits
Heritiera javanica is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments such as fever, headache, and skin diseases.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Heritiera javanica is yellow-green and has five petals. The seed is a small, black nutlet. The seedlings have large, deeply lobed leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Heritiera javanica is a perennial shrub that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and moist soil. The seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a warm, sunny location. The cuttings should be taken in late summer or early fall and planted in a well-drained potting mix.
Where to Find Heritiera javanica
Heritiera javanica is native to Southeast Asia and can be found in the wild in areas of Thailand, Malaysia, and Indonesia.
Heritiera javanica FAQ
What is the scientific name of Heritiera javanica?
Heritiera javanica
What is the common name of Heritiera javanica?
Javanese mangrove
What is the natural habitat of Heritiera javanica?
It is native to tropical and subtropical regions in Asia and Australia
Species in the Heritiera genus
Heritiera actinophylla, Heritiera albiflora, Heritiera arafurensis, Heritiera augustata, Heritiera aurea, Heritiera borneensis, Heritiera burmensis, Heritiera catappa, Heritiera cordata, Heritiera densiflora, Heritiera dubia, Heritiera elata, Heritiera fomes, Heritiera gigantea, Heritiera globosa, Heritiera impressinervia, Heritiera javanica, Heritiera kuenstleri, Heritiera littoralis, Heritiera longipetiolata, Heritiera macrophylla, Heritiera macroptera, Heritiera magnifica, Heritiera montana, Heritiera novoguineensis, Heritiera ornithocephala, Heritiera papilio, Heritiera parvifolia, Heritiera peralata, Heritiera percoriacea, Heritiera polyandra, Heritiera pterospermoides, Heritiera rumphii, Heritiera simplicifolia, Heritiera solomonensis, Heritiera sumatrana, Heritiera sylvatica, Heritiera trifoliolata, Heritiera angustata, Heritiera utilis,
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-2846313: Based on the initial data import
Carl Ludwig Blume (1796-1862): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Blume' in the authors string.
André Joseph Guillaume Henri Kostermans (1906-1994): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kosterm.' in the authors string.