Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malvales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
alata
ID:
476513

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Roxb.) R.Br.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1844

Citation Micro:
Pterocymbium : 234 (1844)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000475845



Common Names

  • Pterygota alata
  • Alata Pterygota
  • Pterygota


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Synonyms

  • Pterygota roxburghii Schott & Endl. [unknown]
  • Sterculia heynei Bedd. [unknown]
  • Sterculia alata Roxb. [unknown]
  • Clompanus alata (Roxb.) Kuntze [unknown]

Description

Pterygota alata (also called Winged-fruit, among many other common names) is a large tree native to tropical regions of the Americas. It has large, leathery leaves and small, yellow flowers that grow in clusters. It is found in wet, lowland forests.

Uses & Benefits

Pterygota alata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of timber.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Pterygota alata are white in color and have five petals. The seeds are small and black in color. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with two to three leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pterygota alata is a large, evergreen tree native to tropical regions of India, Sri Lanka, and Southeast Asia. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is usually done by seed, which should be sown in spring or early summer. The seeds should be sown in a warm, sheltered spot and kept moist until germination occurs. The seedlings should be transplanted into individual containers when they reach a height of 6 inches.

Where to Find Pterygota alata

Pterygota alata is native to tropical Africa and can be found in moist forests and riverbanks.

Pterygota alata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pterygota alata?

Pterygota alata

What is the common name of Pterygota alata?

Winged Pterygota

What is the native range of Pterygota alata?

Africa

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-2551740: Based on the initial data import
William Roxburgh (1751-1815): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Roxb.' in the authors string.
Robert Brown (1773-1858): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.Br.' in the authors string.