Antidesma phanrangense - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
phanrangense
ID:
239000
Status:
valid
Authors:
Gagnep.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1925
Citation Micro:
Bull. Soc. Bot. France 72: 459 (1925)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000238332
Common Names
- Antidesma phanrangense
- Phanrang Antidesma
- Phanrangense Antidesma
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Antidesma phanrangense (also called Antidesma phanrangense, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub or tree found in tropical regions of Southeast Asia. It has glossy, dark green leaves and produces small, white flowers. The plant prefers partial shade and moist soil, and is found in lowland forests and along riverbanks.
Uses & Benefits
Antidesma platyphyllum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used for medicinal purposes, as it has anti-inflammatory, antifungal, and antiseptic properties. The leaves of Antidesma platyphyllum can be used for making tea.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Antidesma phanrangense has small, yellow-green flowers with a red lip. The seed is small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Antidesma phanrangense is a species of shrub native to Southeast Asia. It can be grown in a pot or in the ground, and prefers a warm, humid environment. Propagation is done by cuttings or by seed. The seed should be sown on a sterile medium and kept in a warm, humid environment.
Where to Find Antidesma phanrangense
Antidesma phanrangense is native to Southeast Asia, including Thailand, Vietnam, and Laos.
Antidesma phanrangense FAQ
What is the scientific name of Antidesma phanrangense?
Antidesma phanrangense
What is the common name of Antidesma phanrangense?
Phanrang Antidesma
What is the natural habitat of Antidesma phanrangense?
Tropical and subtropical moist montane forests
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-12247: Based on the initial data import
François Gagnepain (1866-1952): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Gagnep.' in the authors string.