Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Family:
Species:
torricellensis
ID:
274951

Status:
valid

Authors:
(K.Schum.) H.J.Lam

Source:
wcs

Year:
1932

Citation Micro:
Nova Guinea 14: 562 (1932)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000274283

Common Names

  • Torricelli Planchonella
  • Torricelli Wax Myrtle
  • Torricelli Fetterbush

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Synonyms

  • Planchonella paludosa H.J.Lam [unknown]
  • Planchonella samoensis H.J.Lam & H.J.Lam [unknown]
  • Pouteria torricellensis (K.Schum.) Baehni [unknown]
  • Rapanea torricellensis K.Schum. [unknown]
  • Sideroxylon acuminatum Elmer [unknown]
  • Sideroxylon acutum K.Krause [unknown]

Description

Planchonella torricellensis (also called Torricellensis 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 torricellensis 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 torricellensis has a single, yellow-green flower with a yellowish-green spathe and a yellowish-green spadix. The seed is a small, black, round seed with a thin, white, papery coating. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single, long, pointed leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Planchonella torricellensis is a tropical tree species native to the Solomon Islands. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining, sandy soil mix and kept moist but not wet. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood and planted in a moist, well-draining soil mix. Both methods should be kept in a warm, humid environment with bright, indirect light.

Where to Find Planchonella torricellensis

Planchonella torricellensis is found in New Guinea.

Planchonella torricellensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Planchonella torricellensis?

Planchonella torricellensis

What is the natural habitat of Planchonella torricellensis?

Tropical rainforests of New Caledonia

What are the common uses of Planchonella torricellensis?

It is used for medicinal purposes and as an ornamental plant

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-156988: Based on the initial data import
Karl Moritz Schumann (1851-1904): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'K.Schum.' in the authors string.
Herman Johannes Lam (1892-1977): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.J.Lam' in the authors string.