Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Family:
Species:
vitiensis
ID:
274958

Status:
valid

Authors:
Gillespie

Source:
wcs

Year:
1930

Citation Micro:
Bull. Bernice P. Bishop Mus. 74: 11 (1930)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000274290

Common Names

  • Fiji Planchonella
  • Fiji Wax Myrtle
  • Fiji Fetterbush

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Synonyms

  • Pouteria vitiensis (Gillespie) O.Deg. [unknown]

Description

Planchonella vitiensis (also called Vitiensis 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 vitiensis 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 vitiensis 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 vitiensis is a slow-growing tree that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It prefers a sunny position and well-drained soil. It is best to water the tree regularly, but not too much. Pruning is not necessary, but it can be done to shape the tree.

Where to Find Planchonella vitiensis

Planchonella vitiensis is found in Fiji.

Planchonella vitiensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Planchonella vitiensis?

Planchonella vitiensis

What is the natural habitat of Planchonella vitiensis?

Tropical rainforests of Fiji

What are the common uses of Planchonella vitiensis?

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-156994: Based on the initial data import
John Wynn Gillespie (1901-1932): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Gillespie' in the authors string.