Status:
valid
Authors:
H.J.Lam
Source:
wcs
Year:
1927
Citation Micro:
Bull. Jard. Bot. Buitenzorg , sér. 3, 8: 391 (1927)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000262668
Common Names
- Pseudocuneatum Palaquium
- Pseudocuneatum Wax Palm
- Pseudocuneatum Yellow Palm
Synonyms
- Croixia pseudocuneata (H.J.Lam) Baehni [unknown]
Description
Palaquium pseudocuneatum (also called False Cuneate 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 pseudocuneatum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a source of timber for furniture and construction. The leaves are used as fodder for livestock and the fruits are edible.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Palaquium pseudocuneatum has white flowers with a yellow center. Its seeds are small and black, and its seedlings are small and green.
Cultivation and Propagation
Palaquium pseudocuneatum is a tropical tree that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a warm, humid environment and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature branches and planted in a well-draining potting mix. The soil should be kept moist but not soggy. Both methods of propagation require bright, indirect light and temperatures between 70-90°F.
Where to Find Palaquium pseudocuneatum
Palaquium pseudocuneatum is native to India, Sri Lanka, and Myanmar. It can be found in tropical and subtropical forests.
Palaquium pseudocuneatum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Palaquium pseudocuneatum?
Palaquium pseudocuneatum
What is the common name of Palaquium pseudocuneatum?
Pseudocuneatum
What is the natural habitat of Palaquium pseudocuneatum?
Tropical rainforests
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,