Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Rosales
Family:
Species:
nanchuanensis
ID:
551214

Status:
valid

Authors:
S.S.Chang, S.C.Tan & Z.Y.Liu

Source:
cmp

Year:
1989

Citation Micro:
Acta Bot. Yunnan. 11: 29 (1989)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000550546



Common Names

  • Nanchuan Breadfruit
  • Nanchuan Artocarpus
  • Nanchuan Jackfruit


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Description

Artocarpus nanchuanensis (also called Nanchuan Breadfruit, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Moraceae. It is a large evergreen tree with a spreading crown and a short trunk. It is native to Southeast Asia, where it is found in tropical forests and other habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Artocarpus nanchuanensis is used as an ornamental plant and for its timber. The timber is used to make furniture and other wood products. The leaves are used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Artocarpus nanchuanensis is a yellowish-green, with a diameter of about 2 cm. The seed is a small, round, black seed. The seedlings are small, with green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Artocarpus nanchuanensis is a fast-growing, evergreen tree that can be grown in full sun or partial shade. It is best propagated from seed, which should be sown in a well-draining potting mix and kept in a warm, humid environment until germination. Once the seedlings have germinated, they can be transplanted into individual pots and grown on until they are ready for planting in the garden.

Where to Find Artocarpus nanchuanensis

Artocarpus nanchuanensis is native to the Nanchuan Islands in the Pacific Ocean.

Artocarpus nanchuanensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Artocarpus nanchuanensis?

Artocarpus nanchuanensis

What is the common name of Artocarpus nanchuanensis?

Nanchuan Breadfruit

What is the natural habitat of Artocarpus nanchuanensis?

Tropical forests and woodlands

Species in the Artocarpus genus

Artocarpus albobrunneus, Artocarpus altilis, Artocarpus altissimus, Artocarpus anisophyllus, Artocarpus annulatus, Artocarpus avatifolius, Artocarpus blancoi, Artocarpus brevipedunculatus, Artocarpus camansi, Artocarpus chama, Artocarpus corneri, Artocarpus elasticus, Artocarpus excelsus, Artocarpus fulvicortex, Artocarpus glaucus, Artocarpus gomezianus, Artocarpus gongshanensis, Artocarpus heterophyllus, Artocarpus hirsutus, Artocarpus hispidus, Artocarpus horridus, Artocarpus hypargyreus, Artocarpus integer, Artocarpus jarrettiae, Artocarpus kemando, Artocarpus lacucha, Artocarpus lanceifolius, Artocarpus longifolius, Artocarpus lowii, Artocarpus mariannensis, Artocarpus multifidus, Artocarpus nanchuanensis, Artocarpus nigrifolius, Artocarpus nitidus, Artocarpus nobilis, Artocarpus obtusus, Artocarpus odoratissimus, Artocarpus palembanicus, Artocarpus petelotii, Artocarpus pinnatisectus, Artocarpus pithecogallus, Artocarpus primackii, Artocarpus reticulatus, Artocarpus rigidus, Artocarpus rubrovenia, Artocarpus sarawakensis, Artocarpus scortechinii, Artocarpus sepicanus, Artocarpus sericicarpus, Artocarpus styracifolius,

Species in the Moraceae family

Allaeanthus greveanus, Allaeanthus kurzii, Allaeanthus luzonicus, Allaeanthus zeylanicus, Antiaris toxicaria, Antiaropsis decipiens, Antiaropsis uniflora, Artocarpus albobrunneus, Artocarpus altilis, Artocarpus altissimus, Artocarpus anisophyllus, Artocarpus annulatus, Artocarpus avatifolius, Artocarpus blancoi, Artocarpus brevipedunculatus, Artocarpus camansi, Artocarpus chama, Artocarpus corneri, Artocarpus elasticus, Artocarpus excelsus, Artocarpus fulvicortex, Artocarpus glaucus, Artocarpus gomezianus, Artocarpus gongshanensis, Artocarpus heterophyllus, Artocarpus hirsutus, Artocarpus hispidus, Artocarpus horridus, Artocarpus hypargyreus, Artocarpus integer, Artocarpus jarrettiae, Artocarpus kemando, Artocarpus lacucha, Artocarpus lanceifolius, Artocarpus longifolius, Artocarpus lowii, Artocarpus mariannensis, Artocarpus multifidus, Artocarpus nanchuanensis, Artocarpus nigrifolius, Artocarpus nitidus, Artocarpus nobilis, Artocarpus obtusus, Artocarpus odoratissimus, Artocarpus palembanicus, Artocarpus petelotii, Artocarpus pinnatisectus, Artocarpus pithecogallus, Artocarpus primackii, Artocarpus reticulatus,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2654033: Based on the initial data import
Zheng Yu Liu (b.1952): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Z.Y.Liu' in the authors string.
Siu Shih Chang (b.1918): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'S.S.Chang' in the authors string.