Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Genus:
Species:
insulare
ID:
803717

Status:
valid

Authors:
Gillespie

Source:
wcs

Year:
1932

Citation Micro:
Bull. Bernice P. Bishop Mus. 91: 12 (1932)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000803051



Common Names

  • Antidesma insulare
  • Antidesma insulare
  • Antidesma insulare


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Description

Antidesma insulare (also called insular antidesma, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree, reaching up to 10 m in height. It is native to the Amazon rainforest in South America, and is found in humid lowland forests and in wetter areas of the savanna.

Uses & Benefits

Antidesma insulare is an evergreen shrub that is often used as an ornamental plant in gardens. It is also used as a hedge plant and is known for its ability to attract butterflies.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Antidesma insulare is white in color and has five petals. The seed is small and round with a smooth surface. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with a few leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Antidesma insulare is a shrub that is native to the tropical rainforests of South America. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained potting mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from young, semi-hardwood stems and rooted in a moist medium. Once established, it should be kept in a warm, humid environment with partial shade.

Where to Find Antidesma insulare

Antidesma insulare is native to the Philippines.

Antidesma insulare FAQ

What is the scientific name of Antidesma insulare?

Antidesma insulare

What is the family of Antidesma insulare?

Phyllanthaceae

What is the common name of Antidesma insulare?

Island Antidesma

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-341422: Based on the initial data import
John Wynn Gillespie (1901-1932): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Gillespie' in the authors string.