Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Family:
Species:
euphlebia
ID:
274785

Status:
valid

Authors:
(F.Muell.) W.D.Francis

Source:
wcs

Year:
1951

Citation Micro:
Austral. Rain-Forest Trees , ed. 2: 448 (1951)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000274117

Common Names

  • Planchonella euphlebia
  • Euphlebia Planchonella
  • Euphlebia Apple

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Synonyms

  • Planchonella euphlebia cryptophlebia (C.T.White) P.Royen [unknown]
  • Pouteria euphlebia (F.Muell.) Baehni [unknown]
  • Pouteria euphlebia cryptophlebia (C.T.White) Baehni [unknown]
  • Achras euphlebia F.Muell. [unknown]
  • Sersalisia euphlebia Domin [unknown]
  • Sideroxylon euphlebium F.Muell. [unknown]
  • Sideroxylon euphlebium cryptophlebium C.T.White [unknown]
  • Xantolis euphlebia (F.Muell.) Baehni [unknown]
  • Sapota euphlebia (F.Muell.) Radlk. ex Holle [unknown]
  • Pouteria euphlebia typica Baehni [unknown]

Description

Planchonella euphlebia (also called Euphlebian laurel, among many other common names) is a species of evergreen tree in the family Sapotaceae. It is native to Southeast Asia, where it is found in Cambodia, Laos, Vietnam, and Thailand. It typically grows in lowland and montane forests.

Uses & Benefits

Planchonella euphlebia is used as an ornamental plant due to its attractive foliage and flowers. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Planchonella euphlebia are white, with five petals and a yellow centre. The seeds are small, dark brown and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small, with thin, light green stems and small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Planchonella euphlebia is a tree that grows to a height of 10-15 metres. It is best propagated from seed, which should be planted in a well-drained potting mix and kept moist until germination occurs. Once the seedlings have germinated, they can be transplanted into the garden.

Where to Find Planchonella euphlebia

Planchonella euphlebia is native to Australia and can be found in rainforests and moist eucalyptus woodlands.

Planchonella euphlebia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Planchonella euphlebia?

Planchonella euphlebia

What type of plant is Planchonella euphlebia?

Planchonella euphlebia is a species of flowering plant in the family Sapotaceae.

Where is Planchonella euphlebia found?

Planchonella euphlebia is found in New Caledonia.

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

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-156835: Based on the initial data import
Ferdinand von Mueller (1825-1896): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'F.Muell.' in the authors string.
William D. Francis (1889-1959): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'W.D.Francis' in the authors string.