Antidesma annamense - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
annamense
ID:
235766
Status:
valid
Authors:
Gagnep.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1923
Citation Micro:
Bull. Soc. Bot. France 70: 117 (1923)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000235097
Common Names
- Antidesma
- Bead Tree
- Mountain Ebony
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Antidesma annamense (also called Chinese boxthorn, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Phyllanthaceae. It is an evergreen shrub or small tree that is native to Southeast Asia. It has glossy, dark green leaves and produces clusters of small, white flowers. It is found in tropical and subtropical regions, growing in moist, well-drained soils.
Uses & Benefits
Antidesma annamense is an ornamental plant used to decorate gardens and balconies. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating various ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Antidesma annamense is a small, tubular, yellow-orange flower with five petals. The seed is small, black and round. The seedlings are small, thin and green.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Antidesma annamense is a tropical shrub native to Vietnam. It can be propagated from stem cuttings or by layering. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. It should be watered regularly and fertilized every two weeks during the growing season.
Where to Find Antidesma annamense
Antidesma annamense is native to Southeast Asia, including Vietnam, Laos, and Thailand.
Antidesma annamense FAQ
What is the ideal temperature for Antidesma annamense?
Antidesma annamense prefers temperatures between 65-75°F (18-24°C)
How much light does Antidesma annamense need?
Antidesma annamense requires bright, indirect light.
How often should I water Antidesma annamense?
Water Antidesma annamense when the top inch of soil is dry.
Species in the Antidesma genus
Antidesma acidum, Antidesma alexiteria, Antidesma ambiguum, Antidesma annamense, Antidesma baccatum, Antidesma brachybotrys, Antidesma brevipes, Antidesma bunius, Antidesma catanduanense, Antidesma celebicum, Antidesma chalaranthum, Antidesma chonmon, Antidesma cochinchinense, Antidesma comptum, Antidesma concinnum, Antidesma contractum, Antidesma coriaceum, Antidesma costulatum, Antidesma cruciforme, Antidesma curranii, Antidesma cuspidatum, Antidesma dallachyanum, Antidesma digitaliforme, Antidesma eberhardtii, Antidesma edule, Antidesma elassophyllum, Antidesma elbertii, Antidesma erostre, Antidesma excavatum, Antidesma ferrugineum, Antidesma fleuryi, Antidesma forbesii, Antidesma fordii, Antidesma fruticosum, Antidesma fruticulosum, Antidesma ghaesembilla, Antidesma gillespieanum, Antidesma hainanense, Antidesma helferi, Antidesma heterophyllum, Antidesma japonicum, Antidesma jucundum, Antidesma kapuae, Antidesma khasianum, Antidesma kunstleri, Antidesma laciniatum, Antidesma laurifolium, Antidesma leucocladon, Antidesma leucopodum, Antidesma macgregorii,
Species in the Phyllanthaceae family
Actephila alanbakeri, Actephila saccata, Actephila albidula, Actephila anthelminthica, Actephila aurantiaca, Actephila collinsiae, Actephila daii, Actephila dolichopoda, Actephila excelsa, Actephila foetida, Actephila grandifolia, Actephila latifolia, Actephila lindleyi, Actephila longipedicellata, Actephila macrantha, Actephila mearsii, Actephila merrilliana, Actephila mooreana, Actephila nitidula, Actephila ovalis, Actephila petiolaris, Actephila pierrei, Actephila platysepala, Actephila puberula, Actephila sessilifolia, Actephila subsessilis, Actephila trichogyna, Actephila bella, Actephila championiae, Actephila flavescens, Actephila plicata, Actephila traceyi, Actephila venusta, Actephila vernicosa, Actephila forsteri, Amanoa almerindae, Amanoa anomala, Amanoa bracteosa, Amanoa caribaea, Amanoa congesta, Amanoa cupatensis, Amanoa glaucophylla, Amanoa gracillima, Amanoa guianensis, Amanoa muricata, Amanoa nanayensis, Amanoa neglecta, Amanoa oblongifolia, Amanoa sinuosa, Amanoa steyermarkii,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-11942: Based on the initial data import
François Gagnepain (1866-1952): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Gagnep.' in the authors string.