Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Magnoliales
Genus:
Species:
oblongata
ID:
357495

Status:
valid

Authors:
Merr.

Source:
ksu

Year:
1922

Citation Micro:
J. Straits Branch Roy. Asiat. Soc. 85: 190 (1922)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000356827



Common Names

  • Knema oblongata
  • Oblongata Knema
  • Oblongate Knema


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Description

Knema oblongata (also called 'Oblongata Knema', among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Myristicaceae family. It is a small evergreen tree, typically growing to a height of 8-15m. It is native to tropical regions of Asia and Africa, and is found in wet lowland forests.

Uses & Benefits

Knema oblongata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscaping. It is also used as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Knema oblongata sub. parviflora W.J.de Wilde
Knema oblongata sub. pedunculata W.J.de Wilde
Knema oblongata sub. oblongata

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Knema oblongata has small, white flowers with 6 petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small, black and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small, green and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Knema oblongata is a tropical evergreen tree that can reach a height of up to 15 m. It is propagated by seed, and prefers a moist, well-drained soil in a sunny position. It is also tolerant of light shade and can be grown in containers.

Where to Find Knema oblongata

Knema oblongata is native to the islands of Java and Bali in Indonesia. It is found in open, grassy areas, as well as in disturbed habitats.

Knema oblongata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Knema oblongata?

Knema oblongata

What is the common name of Knema oblongata?

Oblong Knema

What is the natural habitat of Knema oblongata?

Tropical forests

Species in the Knema genus

Knema alvarezii, Knema andamanica, Knema stylosa, Knema subhirtella, Knema sumatrana, Knema tomentella, Knema stenocarpa, Knema tridactyla, Knema uliginosa, Knema rigidifolia, Knema rubens, Knema rufa, Knema saxatilis, Knema scortechinii, Knema sericea, Knema stenophylla, Knema squamulosa, Knema steenisii, Knema stellata, Knema viridis, Knema sessiflora, Knema woodii, Knema ridsdaleana, Knema membranifolia, Knema losirensis, Knema lunduensis, Knema luteola, Knema malayana, Knema mamillata, Knema muscosa, Knema matanensis, Knema linguiformis, Knema minima, Knema mixta, Knema mandaharan, Knema lamellaria, Knema lampongensis, Knema latericia, Knema longepilosa, Knema latifolia, Knema laurina, Knema pseudolaurina, Knema piriformis, Knema mogeana, Knema poilanei, Knema percoriacea, Knema psilantha, Knema pubiflora, Knema pulchra, Knema riangensis,

Species in the Myristicaceae family

Bicuiba oleifera, Brochoneura usambarensis, Coelocaryon botryoides, Coelocaryon oxycarpum, Coelocaryon preussii, Coelocaryon sphaerocarpum, Compsoneura anoriensis, Compsoneura atopa, Compsoneura capitellata, Compsoneura claroensis, Compsoneura cuatrecasasii, Compsoneura debilis, Compsoneura diazii, Compsoneura excelsa, Compsoneura lapidiflora, Compsoneura mexicana, Compsoneura mutisii, Compsoneura racemosa, Compsoneura rigidifolia, Compsoneura schultesiana, Compsoneura sprucei, Compsoneura trianae, Compsoneura ulei, Doyleanthus arillata, Endocomia canarioides, Endocomia macrocoma, Endocomia rufirachis, Endocomia virella, Gymnacranthera bancana, Gymnacranthera canarica, Gymnacranthera contracta, Gymnacranthera farquhariana, Gymnacranthera forbesii, Gymnacranthera maliliensis, Gymnacranthera ocellata, Haematodendron glabrum, Horsfieldia ampla, Horsfieldia ampliformis, Horsfieldia amplomontana, Horsfieldia amygdalina, Horsfieldia androphora, Horsfieldia angularis, Horsfieldia aruana, Horsfieldia atjehensis, Horsfieldia australiana, Horsfieldia basifissa, Horsfieldia borneensis, Horsfieldia brachiata, Horsfieldia carnosa, Horsfieldia clavata,

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