Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Genus:
Species:
venenosum
ID:
240260

Status:
valid

Authors:
J.J.Sm.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1910

Citation Micro:
Icon. Bogor. : t. 313 (1910)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000239592



Common Names

  • Venenosum Antidesma
  • Venenosum Tree
  • Venenosum Leaf


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Description

Antidesma venenosum (also called Bead Tree, among many other common names) is a small shrub or tree that grows up to 8 m tall. It is native to Australia and is found in wet sclerophyll forests, riparian areas, and along watercourses. It has narrow, linear leaves and white flowers with red berries.

Uses & Benefits

Antidesma venenosum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used for fuelwood and as a source of honey. It can also be used for erosion control and as a windbreak.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Antidesma venenosum is a white to cream-colored brush-like flower head, with numerous stamens. The seed is a small, woody capsule that splits open when mature. The seedlings are slender and upright, with narrow, pointed leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Antidesma venenosum is a small to medium-sized shrub that grows up to 3 m in height. It has an upright, spreading habit and is usually found in sandy soils. It is frost and drought tolerant. Propagation is by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained seed raising mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood and treated with a rooting hormone before planting in a well-drained potting mix.

Where to Find Antidesma venenosum

Antidesma venenosum can be found in Southeast Asia, in the countries of Malaysia, Thailand, and Indonesia.

Antidesma venenosum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Antidesma venenosum?

Antidesma venenosum

What is the common name of Antidesma venenosum?

Coral berry

What is the natural habitat of Antidesma venenosum?

It is found in tropical and subtropical forests in Asia, Africa, and Australia.

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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