Status:
valid
Authors:
Mabb.
Source:
ksu
Year:
1985
Citation Micro:
Blumea 31: 150 (1985)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000504874
Common Names
- Sandoricum caudatum
- Caudatum Sandoricum
- Sandoricum Caudatum
Description
Sandoricum caudatum (also called Caudate Sandoricum, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree native to Southeast Asia. It has narrow, oblong leaves and can reach up to 10 meters in height. It grows in moist, well-drained soils in open forests and woodlands.
Uses & Benefits
Sandoricum caudatum is an ornamental plant that is used in gardens and landscapes. It is also used medicinally to treat various ailments such as fever, headaches, and stomach aches.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Sandoricum caudatum is a white, star-shaped flower with a long, thin stem. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed with a hard outer shell. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single stem with a few leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Sandoricum caudatum is a shrub that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from healthy plants and rooted in a mix of sand and peat. They should be kept in a warm, humid environment until they are well-rooted.
Where to Find Sandoricum caudatum
Sandoricum caudatum is native to the Andes Mountains of South America, and can be found in Peru, Bolivia, and Ecuador.
Sandoricum caudatum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Sandoricum caudatum?
Sandoricum caudatum
What type of plant is Sandoricum caudatum?
It is a tree
Where is Sandoricum caudatum found?
It is found in the tropical rainforests of Southeast Asia
Species in the Sandoricum genus
Species in the Meliaceae family
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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,