Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Family:
Species:
reticulata
ID:
274904

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Baill.) Pierre ex M.Dubard

Source:
wcs

Year:
1912

Citation Micro:
Ann. Mus. Colon. Marseille , sér. 2, 10: 45 (1912)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000274236

Common Names

  • Netted Planchonella
  • Netted Wax Myrtle
  • Netted Fetterbush

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Synonyms

  • Pouteria myrsinoides reticulata (Baill.) P.S.Green [unknown]
  • Pouteria viscosa Baehni [unknown]
  • Sideroxylon reticulatum Baill. [unknown]
  • Xantolis reticulata (Baill.) Baehni [unknown]

Description

Planchonella reticulata (also called Reticulate Planchonella, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Sapotaceae. It is a small tree or shrub, typically growing up to 5 m tall. It is native to New Guinea, the Solomon Islands, and the Bismarck Archipelago. It is found in lowland and hill forests, and sometimes in secondary forests.

Uses & Benefits

Planchonella reticulata is a species of flowering plant in the family Sapotaceae. It is used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments, including fever, inflammation, and digestive problems. It is also used as an ornamental plant for its attractive foliage and flowers.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Planchonella reticulata 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 reticulata is a tropical plant that is best grown in moist, well-drained soil in a warm, humid climate. It can be propagated by division or by seed. Division is the easiest and quickest way to propagate this plant, as it can be done in the spring or summer months. Seeds should be sown in the spring or summer months and kept in a warm, humid environment with plenty of light. Once the seedlings have developed, they can be transplanted into individual pots.

Where to Find Planchonella reticulata

Planchonella reticulata is found in New Guinea.

Planchonella reticulata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Planchonella reticulata?

Planchonella reticulata

What type of plant is Planchonella reticulata?

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

Where is Planchonella reticulata found?

Planchonella reticulata 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-156944: Based on the initial data import
Henri Ernest Baillon (1827-1895): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Baill.' in the authors string.
Jean Baptiste Louis Pierre (1833-1905): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Pierre' in the authors string.