Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Genus:
Species:
montis-silam
ID:
238271

Status:
valid

Authors:
Airy Shaw

Source:
wcs

Year:
1973

Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 28: 269 (1973)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000237603



Common Names

  • Antidesma montis-silam
  • Montis-silam Antidesma
  • Montis-silam Tree


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Description

Antidesma montis-silam (also called Montis-Silam Antidesma, among many other common names) is a small shrub or tree with simple, alternate leaves. It is native to Indonesia, Malaysia, and the Philippines, and is found in montane rainforests at elevations of 1000-2000 m. It is found growing in moist, shady areas.

Uses & Benefits

Antidesma montis-silam is used for its medicinal properties, such as to treat fever, stomach ache, and other ailments. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Antidesma montis-silam is small and tubular, with a yellowish-green color and a white lip. The seed is a small, round, black seed. The seedling is a small, green, oval-shaped plant.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Antidesma montis-silam can be propagated by seed or by cuttings. To propagate by seed, sow the seeds in a sterile medium and keep them in a warm, humid environment. The seedlings should be potted up in a well-draining potting mix when they are large enough to handle. To propagate by cuttings, take a cutting of a mature stem and pot it up in a well-draining potting mix.

Where to Find Antidesma montis-silam

Antidesma montis-silam can be found in the Philippines.

Antidesma montis-silam FAQ

What is the ideal temperature for Antidesma montis-silam?

Antidesma montis-silam prefers temperatures between 60-75°F (15-24°C)

What is the ideal light for Antidesma montis-silam?

Antidesma montis-silam prefers bright, indirect light.

What type of soil is best for Antidesma montis-silam?

Antidesma montis-silam prefers a well-draining soil mix with lots of organic matter.

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,

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