Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Sapindales
Family:
Species:
kinabaluense
ID:
405037

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Kosterm.) Mabb.

Source:
ksu

Year:
1985

Citation Micro:
Blumea 31: 145 (1985)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000404369



Common Names

  • Reinwardtiodendron kinabaluense
  • Kinabalu Reinwardtiodendron
  • Kinabalu Ironwood


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Synonyms

  • Aglaia kinabaluensis Kosterm. [unknown]

Description

Reinwardtiodendron kinabaluense (also called Kinabalu Reinwardtiodendron, among many other common names) is an evergreen tree native to Borneo. It has a spreading growth habit, with large, oval-shaped leaves that are arranged in whorls. It prefers to grow in moist, well-drained soils, such as rainforests and mountain forests.

Uses & Benefits

Reinwardtiodendron kinabaluense is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It is also used for erosion control and soil stabilization.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Reinwardtiodendron kinabaluense has small, white flowers that are arranged in a spikelet. Its seeds are small and black, and its seedlings are small and grass-like.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Reinwardtiodendron kinabaluense is a fast-growing shrub that is easy to propagate and cultivate. It prefers medium to high light and soft to medium hard water. It can be propagated by taking cuttings and planting them in the substrate. It can also be propagated by planting the cuttings in a separate container with nutrient-rich substrate.

Where to Find Reinwardtiodendron kinabaluense

Reinwardtiodendron kinabaluense is found in tropical and subtropical regions of Asia, Africa, and Australia.

Reinwardtiodendron kinabaluense FAQ

What is the natural habitat of Reinwardtiodendron kinabaluense?

Reinwardtiodendron kinabaluense is typically found in tropical rainforests in Southeast Asia.

What type of soil does Reinwardtiodendron kinabaluense prefer?

Reinwardtiodendron kinabaluense prefers well-drained, humus-rich soil with plenty of organic matter.

What is the best way to propagate Reinwardtiodendron kinabaluense?

Reinwardtiodendron kinabaluense can be propagated by seed or cuttings.

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,

References

André Joseph Guillaume Henri Kostermans (1906-1994): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kosterm.' in the authors string.
David Mabberley (b.1948): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Mabb.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:915445-1: Based on the initial data import