Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
tenuifolium
ID:
263375

Status:
valid

Authors:
K.Krause

Source:
wcs

Year:
1923

Citation Micro:
Bot. Jahrb. Syst. 58: 472 (1923)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000262707



Common Names

  • Palaquium tenuifolium
  • Tenuifolium Palaquium
  • Tenuifolium Wax Tree


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Description

Palaquium tenuifolium (also called Tenuifolium Palaquium, among many other common names) is a species of plant in the Sapotaceae family. It is a medium-sized tree, growing up to 25 meters tall. It is native to Southeast Asia, and is found in lowland forests, montane forests, and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Palaquium tenuifolium 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

The flowers of Palaquium tenuifolium are white and fragrant. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Palaquium tenuifolium 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 tenuifolium

Palaquium tenuifolium is native to India, Sri Lanka, and Myanmar. It can be found in tropical and subtropical forests.

Palaquium tenuifolium FAQ

What is the scientific name of Palaquium tenuifolium?

Palaquium tenuifolium

What is the natural habitat of Palaquium tenuifolium?

Palaquium tenuifolium is found in lowland rainforests in Southeast Asia.

What is the size of Palaquium tenuifolium?

Palaquium tenuifolium can reach a height of up to 40 meters.

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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-145850: Based on the initial data import
Kurt Krause (1883-1963): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'K.Krause' in the authors string.