Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Laurales
Genus:
Species:
oblongata
ID:
357621

Status:
valid

Authors:
Philipson

Source:
ksu

Year:
1985

Citation Micro:
Blumea 30: 400 (1985)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000356953



Common Names

  • Kibara oblongata
  • Oblongata Kibara
  • Kibara


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Description

Kibara oblongata (also called 'Oblong Kibara' and 'Oblongata Kibara', among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub or small tree with a single trunk and a spreading crown. It is native to tropical and subtropical regions of India, Sri Lanka, Malaysia, Indonesia, and the Philippines. It is found in lowland and montane forests, usually in areas with high humidity.

Uses & Benefits

Kibara oblongata is a medicinal plant that is used to treat a variety of ailments, including fever, headaches, and digestive problems. It is also used in traditional Chinese medicine to treat skin conditions such as eczema and psoriasis.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Kibara oblongata has small, yellowish-green flowers that are borne in clusters. The seeds are small, dark brown and globose. The seedlings have ovate to oblong leaves with entire margins.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Kibara oblongata is an evergreen shrub that can be propagated by cuttings or by seed. It prefers a well-drained soil in full sun or partial shade. It can be pruned to maintain a desired size and shape. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -5°C.

Where to Find Kibara oblongata

Kibara oblongata is found in the tropical rainforests of New Guinea.

Kibara oblongata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Kibara oblongata?

Kibara oblongata

What is the common name of Kibara oblongata?

Kibara oblongata

What type of plant is Kibara oblongata?

Kibara oblongata is a species of plant in the Myristicaceae family

Species in the Kibara genus

Kibara royenii, Kibara roemeri, Kibara rosselensis, Kibara shungolensis, Kibara sleumeri, Kibara sudestensis, Kibara warenensis, Kibara versteeghii, Kibara symplocoides, Kibara papuana, Kibara neriifolia, Kibara nitens, Kibara novobritanica, Kibara oblongata, Kibara obtusa, Kibara oliviformis, Kibara perkinsiae, Kibara polyantha, Kibara oligocarpella, Kibara monticola, Kibara myrtoides, Kibara laurifolia, Kibara leachii, Kibara macrantha, Kibara archboldiana, Kibara microphylla, Kibara moluccana, Kibara latifolia, Kibara kostermansii, Kibara ferox, Kibara elongata, Kibara flagelliformis, Kibara formicarum, Kibara fragrans, Kibara fugax, Kibara hartleyi, Kibara elmeri, Kibara aruensis, Kibara chimbuensis, Kibara buergersiana, Kibara bullata, Kibara carrii, Kibara karengana, Kibara katikii, Kibara streimannii, Kibara coriacea,

Species in the Monimiaceae family

Austromatthaea elegans, Carnegieodoxa eximia, Decarydendron helenae, Decarydendron lamii, Decarydendron perrieri, Decarydendron ranomafanense, Ephippiandra domatiata, Ephippiandra madagascariensis, Ephippiandra masoalensis, Ephippiandra microphylla, Ephippiandra myrtoidea, Ephippiandra perrieri, Ephippiandra tsaratanensis, Faika villosa, Grazielanthus arkeocarpus, Hedycarya alternifolia, Hedycarya angustifolia, Hedycarya aragoensis, Hedycarya arborea, Hedycarya badaunii, Hedycarya chrysophylla, Hedycarya cupulata, Hedycarya denticulata, Hedycarya dorstenioides, Hedycarya engleriana, Hedycarya erythrocarpa, Hedycarya loxocarya, Hedycarya neoebudica, Hedycarya parvifolia, Hedycarya perbracteolata, Hedycarya rivularis, Hedycarya symplocoides, Hedycarya baudouinii, Hemmantia webbii, Hennecartia omphalandra, Hortonia floribunda, Hortonia ovalifolia, Hortonia angustifolia, Kairoa suberosa, Kairoa endressiana, Kairoa villosa, Kairoa cromeana, Kibara royenii, Kibara roemeri, Kibara rosselensis, Kibara shungolensis, Kibara sleumeri, Kibara sudestensis, Kibara warenensis, Kibara versteeghii,