Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Genus:
Species:
pleuricum
ID:
239087

Status:
valid

Authors:
Tul.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1851

Citation Micro:
Ann. Sci. Nat., Bot. , sér. 3, 15: 213 (1851)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000238419



Common Names

  • Antidesma pleuricum
  • Pleuricum Antidesma
  • Pleuricum Bush


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Synonyms

  • Antidesma hontaushanense C.E.Chang [unknown]
  • Antidesma obliquicarpum Elmer [unknown]
  • Antidesma tenuifolium Pax & K.Hoffm. [unknown]

Description

Antidesma pleuricum (also called Pleuricum Antidesma, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree native to tropical regions of Asia, Africa, and Australia. It has glossy, dark green leaves and small, white flowers. It grows in open forests and woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Antidesma pleuricum is used as an ornamental plant, as it produces attractive flowers. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments, including fever, colds, and headaches.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Antidesma pleuricum is white and has a yellow lip. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Antidesma pleuricum is a tropical shrub that prefers partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is done through cuttings or by seed. Cuttings should be taken in the spring or summer, when the plant is actively growing. Seeds should be sown on a sterile, well-drained medium and kept in a warm, humid environment.

Where to Find Antidesma pleuricum

Antidesma pleuricum is native to Indonesia and can be found in the tropical forests of Sumatra.

Antidesma pleuricum FAQ

What is the natural habitat of Antidesma pleuricum?

Antidesma pleuricum is native to India, Sri Lanka, and Myanmar.

What type of soil does Antidesma pleuricum prefer?

Antidesma pleuricum prefers well-draining, acidic soil with a pH of 5.5 to 6.5.

How much light does Antidesma pleuricum need?

Antidesma pleuricum needs bright, indirect light.

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-12255: Based on the initial data import
Edmond Tulasne (1815-1885): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Tul.' in the authors string.