Status:
valid
Authors:
(K.Krause) Swenson
Source:
ipni
Year:
2013
Citation Micro:
Taxon 62: 761 (2013)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001336816
Common Names
- Planchonella Garcinioides
- Garcinia-Like Planchonella
- Garcinia-Like Tree
Description
Planchonella garcinioides (also called Planchonella garcinioides, among many other common names) is a tree native to Australia and New Guinea. It grows up to 20 meters in height and has white flowers. It grows in moist, tropical forests and is found in coastal areas.
Uses & Benefits
Planchonella garcinioides is used for its wood, which is used for fuel, construction, and furniture. It is also used for its edible fruits and seeds, which are eaten raw or cooked, and as a medicinal plant for treating a variety of ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Planchonella garcinioides has white flowers with five petals, and its seeds are dark brown, flat, and oval-shaped. Its seedlings are slender and have grey-green leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Planchonella garcinioides is a fast-growing, evergreen tree that can reach up to 15 m in height. It is propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, light soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood and kept in a warm, humid environment until they root.
Where to Find Planchonella garcinioides
Planchonella garcinioides can be found in the African countries of Ethiopia, Somalia, and Kenya.
Planchonella garcinioides FAQ
What is the common name of Planchonella garcinioides?
Garcinia Ash
What is the growth habit of Planchonella garcinioides?
It is a medium-sized tree, usually growing to a height of 15–25 m.
What is the native range of Planchonella garcinioides?
Australia
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,