Status:
valid
Authors:
Munzinger & Swenson
Source:
wcs
Year:
2007
Citation Micro:
Taxon 56: 338 (2007)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000809698
Common Names
- Planchonella
- Crenata Planchonella
- Crenata Silver Planchonella
- Crenata White Planchonella
Description
Planchonella crenata (also called Crenate Planchonella, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Sapotaceae family. It is a large tree with leathery leaves and white flowers. It is native to Southeast Asia and grows in tropical forests.
Uses & Benefits
Planchonella crenata is a popular ornamental plant that is used in gardens and parks. It has a unique foliage and bright pink flowers that make it an attractive addition to any landscape. It is also known for its ability to attract hummingbirds and other pollinators.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Planchonella crenata is a white, star-shaped flower with a yellow center. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, green and have a single leaf.
Cultivation and Propagation
Planchonella crenata is a slow-growing, evergreen shrub with a spreading habit. It can be propagated from cuttings or by division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Water regularly and fertilize in spring and summer.
Where to Find Planchonella crenata
Planchonella crenata can be found in tropical rainforests of Queensland, Australia.
Planchonella crenata FAQ
What is the scientific name of Planchonella crenata?
Planchonella crenata
What is the common name of Planchonella crenata?
Crenate Planchonella
What is the natural habitat of Planchonella crenata?
Tropical rainforests in Southeast Asia
Species in the Planchonella genus
Planchonella amieuana,
Planchonella aneityensis,
Planchonella annamensis,
Planchonella anteridifera,
Planchonella arnhemica,
Planchonella australis,
Planchonella baillonii,
Planchonella boninensis,
Planchonella brevipes,
Planchonella calcarea,
Planchonella chartacea,
Planchonella chrysophylloides,
Planchonella cinerea,
Planchonella clemensii,
Planchonella contermina,
Planchonella costata,
Planchonella cotinifolia,
Planchonella crassinervia,
Planchonella cyclopensis,
Planchonella duclitan,
Planchonella eerwah,
Planchonella endlicheri,
Planchonella erringtonii,
Planchonella euphlebia,
Planchonella firma,
Planchonella forbesii,
Planchonella garberi,
Planchonella grandifolia,
Planchonella grayana,
Planchonella guillauminii,
Planchonella howeana,
Planchonella kaalaensis,
Planchonella kaernbachiana,
Planchonella kaniensis,
Planchonella keyensis,
Planchonella koumaciensis,
Planchonella kuebiniensis,
Planchonella laetevirens,
Planchonella lamii,
Planchonella lauracea,
Planchonella leptostylidifolia,
Planchonella lifuana,
Planchonella longipetiolata,
Planchonella macropoda,
Planchonella maingayi,
Planchonella membranacea,
Planchonella micronesica,
Planchonella microphylla,
Planchonella mindanaensis,
Planchonella myrsinoides,
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
Jérôme Munzinger: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Munzinger' in the authors string.