Status:
valid
Authors:
Mabb.
Source:
cmp
Year:
2003
Citation Micro:
Gard. Bull. Singapore 55: 192 (2003)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000602987
Common Names
- Chisocheton velutinus
- Velutinus Chisocheton
- Chisocheton Velutinus
Description
Chisocheton velutinus (also called Velvet Chisocheton, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Meliaceae. It is a small to medium-sized tree, growing up to 25 m tall. It is native to Southeast Asia, from India to New Guinea, and is found in lowland and hill forests, up to 1,000 m altitude.
Uses & Benefits
Chisocheton velutinus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a cut flower. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Chisocheton velutinus is a small, white, star-shaped flower with a yellow center. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, green, oval-shaped seedlings.
Cultivation and Propagation
Chisocheton velutinus is a tropical evergreen tree native to Southeast Asia. It is typically grown in full sun or partial shade and prefers moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is usually done through seed, but cuttings can also be used. The tree should be pruned regularly to maintain its shape and size.
Where to Find Chisocheton velutinus
Chisocheton velutinus is native to tropical regions of Southeast Asia.
Chisocheton velutinus FAQ
What is the natural habitat of Chisocheton velutinus?
Chisocheton velutinus is found in tropical rainforests, from India to the Philippines.
What is the average size of Chisocheton velutinus?
Chisocheton velutinus typically grows to a height of 5-10 meters.
What is the leaf shape of Chisocheton velutinus?
Chisocheton velutinus has lanceolate-shaped leaves.
Species in the Chisocheton genus
Chisocheton aenigmaticus,
Chisocheton amabilis,
Chisocheton cauliflorus,
Chisocheton celebica,
Chisocheton ceramicus,
Chisocheton crustularii,
Chisocheton cumingianus,
Chisocheton curranii,
Chisocheton diversifolius,
Chisocheton dysoxylifolius,
Chisocheton erythrocarpus,
Chisocheton gliroides,
Chisocheton granatum,
Chisocheton grandiflorus,
Chisocheton koordersii,
Chisocheton lansiifolius,
Chisocheton laosensis,
Chisocheton lasiocarpus,
Chisocheton lasiogynus,
Chisocheton longistipitatus,
Chisocheton macranthus,
Chisocheton macrophyllus,
Chisocheton maxilla-pisticis,
Chisocheton medusae,
Chisocheton mendozai,
Chisocheton montanus,
Chisocheton novobritannicus,
Chisocheton patens,
Chisocheton pauciflorus,
Chisocheton pellegrinianus,
Chisocheton penduliflorus,
Chisocheton pentandrus,
Chisocheton perakensis,
Chisocheton pilosus,
Chisocheton pohlianus,
Chisocheton polyandrus,
Chisocheton rex,
Chisocheton ruber,
Chisocheton sapindinus,
Chisocheton sarasinorum,
Chisocheton sarawakanus,
Chisocheton sayeri,
Chisocheton schoddei,
Chisocheton setosus,
Chisocheton stellatus,
Chisocheton tenuis,
Chisocheton tomentosus,
Chisocheton velutinus,
Chisocheton vindictae,
Chisocheton warburgii,
Species in the Meliaceae family
Aglaia cooperae,
Aglaia agglomerata,
Aglaia aherniana,
Aglaia amplexicaulis,
Aglaia angustifolia,
Aglaia apiocarpa,
Aglaia archboldiana,
Aglaia argentea,
Aglaia australiensis,
Aglaia barbanthera,
Aglaia basiphylla,
Aglaia beccarii,
Aglaia brassii,
Aglaia breviracemosa,
Aglaia brownii,
Aglaia bullata,
Aglaia ceramica,
Aglaia chittagonga,
Aglaia conferta,
Aglaia coriacea,
Aglaia costata,
Aglaia crassinervia,
Aglaia cremea,
Aglaia cucullata,
Aglaia cumingiana,
Aglaia cuspidata,
Aglaia densisquama,
Aglaia densitricha,
Aglaia edulis,
Aglaia elaeagnoidea,
Aglaia elliptica,
Aglaia erythrosperma,
Aglaia euryanthera,
Aglaia evansensis,
Aglaia eximia,
Aglaia exstipulata,
Aglaia flavescens,
Aglaia flavida,
Aglaia forbesii,
Aglaia foveolata,
Aglaia fragilis,
Aglaia glabrata,
Aglaia gracilis,
Aglaia grandis,
Aglaia heterotricha,
Aglaia hiernii,
Aglaia ijzermannii,
Aglaia integrifolia,
Aglaia korthalsii,
Aglaia lancilimba,