Status:
valid
Authors:
Merr.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1884
Citation Micro:
Traité Bot. Méd. Phan. : 1500 (1884)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000262663
Common Names
- Polyanthum Palaquium
- Polyanthum Wax Palm
- Polyanthum Yellow Palm
Synonyms
- Isonandra polyantha Kurz [unknown]
- Bassia polyantha Wall. ex G.Don [unknown]
- Dichopsis polyantha Benth. & Hook.f. [unknown]
Description
Palaquium polyanthum (also called Many-flowered Damar, among many other common names) is a species of plant in the Sapotaceae family. It is a small to medium-sized tree, growing up to 25 meters tall. It is native to Sulawesi, Indonesia, and is found in lowland rainforest habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Palaquium polyanthum is used as a timber tree in the Philippines, and its wood is used for furniture, construction, and other purposes. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Palaquium polyanthum has white flowers with a yellow center. Its seeds are small and black, and its seedlings are small and green.
Cultivation and Propagation
Palaquium polyanthum is a tropical tree native to Southeast Asia. It is a slow-growing species, but can reach heights of up to 20 m (65 ft). It prefers a warm, humid climate and is tolerant of light shade. Propagation is by seed, which should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil mix. Germination is slow and may take up to 6 months. Once established, the tree should be watered regularly and fertilized with a balanced fertilizer.
Where to Find Palaquium polyanthum
Palaquium polyanthum is native to India, Sri Lanka, and Myanmar. It can be found in tropical and subtropical forests.
Palaquium polyanthum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Palaquium polyanthum?
Palaquium polyanthum
What is the common name of Palaquium polyanthum?
Many-flowered Palaquium
What is the natural habitat of Palaquium polyanthum?
Tropical rainforest
Species in the Palaquium genus
Palaquium abundantiflorum,
Palaquium amboinense,
Palaquium annamense,
Palaquium barnesii,
Palaquium bataanense,
Palaquium beccarianum,
Palaquium bourdillonii,
Palaquium brassii,
Palaquium burckii,
Palaquium calophyllum,
Palaquium canaliculatum,
Palaquium clarkeanum,
Palaquium cochleariifolium,
Palaquium confertum,
Palaquium crassifolium,
Palaquium cryptocariifolium,
Palaquium cuprifolium,
Palaquium dasyphyllum,
Palaquium decurrens,
Palaquium densivenium,
Palaquium dubardii,
Palaquium edenii,
Palaquium elegans,
Palaquium ellipticum,
Palaquium elliptilimbum,
Palaquium elongatum,
Palaquium eriocalyx,
Palaquium erythrospermum,
Palaquium ferrugineum,
Palaquium fidjiense,
Palaquium firmum,
Palaquium formosanum,
Palaquium foxworthyi,
Palaquium galactoxylum,
Palaquium garrettii,
Palaquium gigantifolium,
Palaquium glabrifolium,
Palaquium glabrum,
Palaquium globosum,
Palaquium grande,
Palaquium gutta,
Palaquium hansenii,
Palaquium herveyi,
Palaquium heterosepalum,
Palaquium hexandrum,
Palaquium hinmolpedda,
Palaquium hispidum,
Palaquium hornei,
Palaquium impressionervium,
Palaquium karrak,
Species in the Sapotaceae family
Afrosersalisia rwandensis,
Amorphospermum antilogum,
Argania spinosa,
Aubregrinia taiensis,
Aulandra beccarii,
Aulandra cauliflora,
Aulandra longifolia,
Autranella congolensis,
Baillonella toxisperma,
Beccariella balansana,
Beccariella crebrifolia,
Beccariella lasiantha,
Beccariella novocaledonica,
Beccariella xerocarpa,
Beccariella brownlessiana,
Boerlagella spectabilis,
Breviea sericea,
Burckella banikiensis,
Burckella erythrophylla,
Burckella fijiensis,
Burckella hillii,
Burckella macropoda,
Burckella magusum,
Burckella obovata,
Burckella parvifolia,
Burckella polymera,
Burckella poolei,
Burckella richii,
Burckella sorei,
Burckella thurstonii,
Capurodendron androyense,
Capurodendron ankaranense,
Capurodendron antongiliense,
Capurodendron apollonioides,
Capurodendron bakeri,
Capurodendron costatum,
Capurodendron delphinense,
Capurodendron gracilifolium,
Capurodendron greveanum,
Capurodendron ludiifolium,
Capurodendron madagascariense,
Capurodendron mandrarense,
Capurodendron microphyllum,
Capurodendron nodosum,
Capurodendron perrieri,
Capurodendron pervillei,
Capurodendron pseudoterminalia,
Capurodendron rubrocostatum,
Capurodendron rufescens,
Capurodendron sakalavum,