Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
benthamii
ID:
289635

Status:
valid

Authors:
Baill.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1891

Citation Micro:
Hist. Pl. 11: 299 (1891)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000288967



Common Names

  • Pycnandra benthamii
  • Bentham's Pycnandra
  • Benthamii Pycnandra


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Synonyms

  • Tropalanthe sealyae S.Moore [unknown]

Description

Pycnandra benthamii (also called Bentham's Pycnandra, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Sapotaceae family. It is native to New Caledonia and grows in tropical and subtropical forests. It is a small tree with a single trunk and oblong leaves. It has a grey-brown trunk and green leaves.

Uses & Benefits

Pycnandra benthamii is used for its timber, which is used to make furniture and flooring. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Pycnandra benthamii are small, white, and bell-shaped. The seeds are small, round, and black. The seedlings are thin and have small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pycnandra benthamii can be propagated by seed or by cuttings. It prefers well-drained soil and full sun. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -5°C (23°F). It is not frost tolerant.

Where to Find Pycnandra benthamii

Pycnandra benthamii is native to New Caledonia and can be found in tropical and subtropical rainforests.

Pycnandra benthamii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pycnandra benthamii?

Pycnandra benthamii

What is the common name of Pycnandra benthamii?

New Caledonian Pycnandra

What is the natural habitat of Pycnandra benthamii?

It is native to New Caledonia

Species in the Pycnandra genus

Pycnandra heteromera, Pycnandra litseiflora, Pycnandra sarlinii, Pycnandra schmidii, Pycnandra benthamii, Pycnandra carinocostata, Pycnandra chartacea, Pycnandra comptonii, Pycnandra controversa, Pycnandra decandra, Pycnandra fastuosa, Pycnandra griseosepala, Pycnandra kaalaensis, Pycnandra neocaledonica, Pycnandra paniensis, Pycnandra vieillardii, Pycnandra ouaiemensis, Pycnandra glabella, Pycnandra bracteolata, Pycnandra blaffartii, Pycnandra belepensis, Pycnandra atrofusca, Pycnandra viridifolia, Pycnandra longipetiolata, Pycnandra balansae, Pycnandra paucinervia, Pycnandra blanchonii, Pycnandra cylindricarpa, Pycnandra glaberrima, Pycnandra gordoniifolia, Pycnandra linearifolia, Pycnandra confusa, Pycnandra caeruleilatex, Pycnandra bourailensis, Pycnandra sessilifolia, Pycnandra sessiliflora, Pycnandra pubiflora, Pycnandra obscurinerva, Pycnandra intermedia, Pycnandra francii, Pycnandra elliptica, Pycnandra deplanchei, Pycnandra lissophylla, Pycnandra canaliculata, Pycnandra acuminata, Pycnandra amplexicaulis, Pycnandra filipes, Pycnandra goroensis, Pycnandra grandifolia, Pycnandra longiflora,

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,

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