Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Family:
Species:
forbesii
ID:
274791

Status:
valid

Authors:
H.J.Lam

Source:
wcs

Year:
1925

Citation Micro:
Bull. Jard. Bot. Buitenzorg , sér. 3, 7: 217 (1925)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000274123



Common Names

  • Planchonella forbesii
  • Forbes' Planchonella
  • Forbes' Apple


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Synonyms

  • Krausella forbesii (S.Moore) H.J.Lam [unknown]
  • Krausella patentinervia (K.Krause) Erlee [unknown]
  • Pouteria forbesii (H.J.Lam) Baehni [unknown]
  • Sideroxylon forbesii S.Moore [unknown]
  • Sideroxylon patentinervium K.Krause [unknown]

Description

Planchonella forbesii (also called Forbes' 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 forbesii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks due to its attractive foliage and fragrant flowers. It is also used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory, antiseptic, and antifungal properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Planchonella forbesii 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 forbesii 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 forbesii

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

Planchonella forbesii FAQ

What are the growth requirements of Planchonella forbesii?

Planchonella forbesii prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil.

What is the natural habitat of Planchonella forbesii?

Planchonella forbesii is native to the tropical rainforests of Australia.

What is the average height of Planchonella forbesii?

Planchonella forbesii can reach heights of up to 20 meters (65 feet).

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,

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