Atalaya papuana - Uses, Benefits & Care
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Sapindales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
papuana
ID:
556045
Status:
valid
Authors:
(Radlk.) Leenh.
Source:
cmp
Year:
1965
Citation Micro:
Blumea 13: 126 (1965)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000555377
Common Names
- Atalaya papuana
- Papuan Atalaya
- Atalaya
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- Sapindus papuanus Radlk. [unknown]
- Guioa eriantha Merr. & L.M.Perry [unknown]
Description
Atalaya papuana (also called Papuan-atalaya, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Phyllanthaceae. It is a small shrub, growing up to 2 m tall. It is native to New Guinea, and is found in dry forests and scrub.
Uses & Benefits
Atalaya papuana is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It has a long flowering period and is drought tolerant. It can also be used as a hedge or windbreak.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Atalaya papuana is white in colour and has five petals. The seed is small and round, with a hard outer shell. The seedlings are small and have thin, light green leaves.
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Atalaya papuana is a fast-growing, evergreen shrub that can be propagated by seed or by cuttings. It prefers a moist, well-drained soil in partial shade and can be grown in full sun. It can be propagated by cuttings taken in spring or summer and planted in a moist, well-drained soil.
Where to Find Atalaya papuana
Atalaya papuana can be found in Papua New Guinea.
Atalaya papuana FAQ
What is the scientific name of Atalaya papuana?
Atalaya papuana
What is the common name of Atalaya papuana?
Papuan atalaya
What is the natural habitat of Atalaya papuana?
Tropical forests of Papua New Guinea
Species in the Atalaya genus
Atalaya angustifolia, Atalaya australiana, Atalaya calcicola, Atalaya capensis, Atalaya collina, Atalaya hemiglauca, Atalaya multiflora, Atalaya natalensis, Atalaya oligoclada, Atalaya papuana, Atalaya rigida, Atalaya salicifolia, Atalaya sericopetala, Atalaya variifolia, Atalaya alata, Atalaya brevialata,
Species in the Sapindaceae family
References
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2664505: Based on the initial data import
Ludwig Radlkofer (1829-1927): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Radlk.' in the authors string.
Pieter Willem Leenhouts (1926-2004): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Leenh.' in the authors string.