Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Genus:
Species:
platyphyllum
ID:
239022

Status:
valid

Authors:
H.Mann

Source:
wcs

Year:
1867

Citation Micro:
Proc. Amer. Acad. Arts 7: 202 (1867)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000238354



Common Names

  • Antidesma Platyphyllum
  • Platyphyllum Antidesma
  • Antidesma Broad-Leaved


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Synonyms

  • Antidesma platyphyllum hamakuaense Fosberg [unknown]
  • Antidesma platyphyllum hillebrandii Pax & K.Hoffm. [unknown]
  • Antidesma platyphyllum rubrum O.Deg. & Sherff [unknown]
  • Antidesma platyphyllum subamplexicaule Sherff [unknown]
  • Antidesma pulvinatum contractum O.Deg. & Sherff [unknown]
  • Antidesma pulvinatum leiogonum Sherff [unknown]

Description

Antidesma platyphyllum (also called Broad-leaved Antidesma, among many other common names) is a shrub with small white flowers. It is native to Southeast Asia, where it grows in tropical forests. It is found in humid lowland forests, as well as in montane forests at higher elevations.

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 platyphyllum 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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Cultivation and Propagation

Antidesma platyphyllum can be propagated by division or by seed. It requires a warm climate and bright, indirect light. It should be grown in a well-draining soil mix and watered regularly. Fertilize every two weeks during the growing season.

Where to Find Antidesma platyphyllum

Antidesma platyphyllum is native to Southeast Asia, including Thailand, Malaysia, Indonesia, and the Philippines.

Antidesma platyphyllum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Antidesma platyphyllum?

Antidesma platyphyllum

What is the common name of Antidesma platyphyllum?

Broad-leaved Antidesma

What is the natural habitat of Antidesma platyphyllum?

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