Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
thwaitesii
ID:
263380

Status:
valid

Authors:
Trimen

Source:
wcs

Year:
1895

Citation Micro:
Handb. Fl. Ceylon 3: 84 (1895)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000262712



Common Names

  • Palaquium thwaitesii
  • Thwaitesii Palaquium
  • Thwaitesii Wax Tree


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Synonyms

  • Isonandra lanceolata Thwaites [unknown]
  • Palaquium engleri H.J.Lam [unknown]
  • Palaquium lanceolatum Engl. [unknown]
  • Bassia lanceolata (Thwaites) Bedd. [unknown]
  • Dichopsis lanceolata C.B.Clarke [unknown]

Description

Palaquium thwaitesii (also called Thwaitesii 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 thwaitesii is used in traditional medicine to treat fever, headaches, and stomach aches. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

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

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Cultivation and Propagation

Palaquium thwaitesii 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 thwaitesii

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

Palaquium thwaitesii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Palaquium thwaitesii?

Palaquium thwaitesii

What is the natural habitat of Palaquium thwaitesii?

Palaquium thwaitesii is found in lowland rainforests in Southeast Asia.

What is the size of Palaquium thwaitesii?

Palaquium thwaitesii 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-145855: Based on the initial data import
Henry Trimen (1843-1896): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Trimen' in the authors string.