Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Family:
Species:
whitmorei
ID:
1324408

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Vink) Swenson

Source:
ipni

Year:
2013

Citation Micro:
Taxon 62: 762 (2013)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001336862

Common Names

  • Whitmorei Planchonella
  • Whitmorei Star Apple
  • Whitmorei Starfruit

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Description

Planchonella whitmorei (also called White-Flowered Plum, among many other common names) is a medium-sized tree that grows up to 15 meters in height. It has a single trunk and a rounded crown. It is native to Australia and is found in open grassland, woodlands, and rainforest habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Planchonella whitmorei is used as a food source and as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments such as fever, stomachache, and skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Planchonella whitmorei has small, white flowers with yellow centers. Its seeds are small, dark brown and have a hard outer shell. The seedlings are small and have thin, light green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Planchonella whitmorei can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or summer in a well-drained soil mix. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and should be kept in a warm, humid environment until they have rooted. Once rooted, they can be transplanted into a pot with a well-drained soil mix.

Where to Find Planchonella whitmorei

Planchonella whitmorei is native to Australia and can be found in the states of Queensland and New South Wales.

Planchonella whitmorei FAQ

What is the scientific name of Planchonella whitmorei?

Planchonella whitmorei

What is the common name of Planchonella whitmorei?

Whitmorei's Planchonella

What is the natural habitat of Planchonella whitmorei?

Dry forests and woodlands of East Africa

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

Ulf Swenson (b.1959): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Swenson' in the authors string.
Willem Vink (b.1931): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Vink' in the authors string.