Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Family:
Species:
obovata
ID:
274872

Status:
valid

Authors:
Pierre

Source:
wcs

Year:
1890

Citation Micro:
Notes Bot. Sapot. : 35 (1890)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000274204

Common Names

  • Oval Planchonella
  • Oval-leaf Planchonella
  • Oblong Planchonella

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Synonyms

  • Hormogyne cochinchinensis Dubard [unknown]
  • Planchonella argentea Pierre [unknown]
  • Planchonella attenuata Pierre [unknown]
  • Planchonella bancana Pierre [unknown]
  • Planchonella chrysophylla Pierre [unknown]
  • Planchonella clarkeana R.Kumari & Thoth. [unknown]
  • Planchonella cochinchinensis Dubard [unknown]
  • Planchonella ferruginea Pierre [unknown]
  • Planchonella glabra H.J.Lam [unknown]
  • Planchonella indica Pierre [unknown]
  • Planchonella javensis Pierre [unknown]
  • Planchonella kingiana R.Kumari & Thoth. [unknown]
  • Planchonella kingiana andamanica R.Kumari & Thoth. [unknown]
  • Planchonella lanceolata Pierre [unknown]
  • Planchonella merrillii Dubard [unknown]
  • Planchonella nodosa Pierre [unknown]
  • Planchonella philippensis Dubard [unknown]
  • Planchonella polymorpha Dubard [unknown]
  • Pouteria glabra (Ridl.) I.M.Turner [unknown]
  • Pouteria obovata (R.Br.) Baehni [unknown]
  • Pouteria obovata dubia (Koidz. ex Nakai) H.Hara [unknown]
  • Achras obovata F.Muell. ex Benth. [unknown]
  • Sapota obovata (R.Br.) Radlk. ex Holle [unknown]
  • Sersalisia ferruginea (Hook. & Arn.) Nakai [unknown]
  • Sersalisia liukiuensis (Nakai) Nakai [unknown]
  • Sersalisia obovata R.Br. [unknown]
  • Sideroxylon ahernianum Merr. [unknown]
  • Sideroxylon apoense Elmer [unknown]
  • Sideroxylon argenteum Spreng. [unknown]
  • Sideroxylon attenuatum A.DC. [unknown]
  • Sideroxylon bancanum Burck [unknown]
  • Sideroxylon brownii F.Muell. [unknown]
  • Sideroxylon chrysophyllum de Vriese [unknown]
  • Sideroxylon coriaceum Merr. [unknown]
  • Sideroxylon dubium Koidz. ex Nakai [unknown]
  • Sideroxylon ferrugineum Hook. & Arn. [unknown]
  • Sideroxylon glabrum Ridl. [unknown]
  • Sideroxylon glomeratum Volkens [unknown]
  • Sideroxylon indicum Burck [unknown]
  • Sideroxylon javense Burck [unknown]
  • Sideroxylon lanceolatum Burck [unknown]
  • Sideroxylon liukiuense Nakai [unknown]
  • Sideroxylon merrillii Merr. [unknown]
  • Sideroxylon nodosum Burck [unknown]
  • Sideroxylon novoguineense K.Schum. [unknown]
  • Sideroxylon obovatum (R.Br.) Sm. [unknown]
  • Sideroxylon obovatum Burck [unknown]
  • Sideroxylon obovatum Griff. [unknown]
  • Sideroxylon obovatum ceramense Burck [unknown]
  • Sideroxylon philippense Merr. [unknown]
  • Sideroxylon timorense Blume ex Pierre [unknown]
  • Sideroxylon undulatum Burck [unknown]
  • Chrysophyllum acuminatum Bojer [unknown]
  • Chrysophyllum obovatum Wall. ex A.DC. [unknown]

Description

Planchonella obovata (also called Obovate Planchonella, among many other common names) is a small to medium-sized tree, usually growing up to 15 m tall. It is native to New Caledonia, and is found in a variety of habitats, from coastal areas to the edges of rainforests.

Uses & Benefits

Planchonella obovata 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

Planchonella obovata has white flowers with yellow anthers. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Planchonella obovata is a species of flowering plant in the family Sapotaceae. It is native to Australia. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and placed in a well-draining soil mix. Keep the soil moist and provide bright, indirect light.

Where to Find Planchonella obovata

Planchonella obovata is found in New Guinea.

Planchonella obovata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Planchonella obovata?

Planchonella obovata

What type of plant is Planchonella obovata?

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

Where is Planchonella obovata found?

Planchonella obovata 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,