Status:
valid
Authors:
Merr.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1915
Citation Micro:
J. Sci. Bot. 9: 471 (1914 publ. 1915)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000248325
Common Names
- Basilan Aporosa
- Aporosa basilanensis
- Basilan Aporosa Tree
Description
Aporosa basilanensis (also called Basilan Aporosa, among many other common names) is a species of trees native to Southeast Asia and Australia. It is a medium-sized tree with large, leathery leaves and white flowers. It grows in tropical rainforests, often in the understory, and is found in Indonesia, Malaysia, the Philippines, and northern Australia.
Uses & Benefits
Aporosa basilanensis is a tropical plant native to the Philippines. It is used as an ornamental plant for its attractive foliage and fragrant flowers. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments, including fever, colds, and stomach problems.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Aporosa basilanensis is a small, white, star-shaped flower. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single stem.
Cultivation and Propagation
Aporosa basilanensis is a slow-growing epiphytic plant that is best suited to warm, humid climates. It prefers bright, indirect light and should be grown in a well-draining soil mixture. Propagation is done by stem cuttings, which should be placed in a moist, well-draining potting mix. The cuttings should be kept in a warm, humid environment until they begin to root.
Where to Find Aporosa basilanensis
Aporosa basilanensis can be found in tropical rainforests in Southeast Asia, including Indonesia, Malaysia, and the Philippines.
Aporosa basilanensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Aporosa basilanensis?
Aporosa basilanensis
What type of plant is Aporosa basilanensis?
Tree
Where is Aporosa basilanensis native to?
Philippines
Species in the Aporosa genus
Species in the Phyllanthaceae family
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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,