Status:
valid
Authors:
Noot.
Source:
cmp
Year:
1963
Citation Micro:
Fl. Males. 4: 203 (1963)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000733358
Common Names
- Quassia borneensis
- Borneensis Quassia
- Borneensis
Synonyms
- Simaba borneensis (Noot.) Feuillet [unknown]
Description
Quassia borneensis (also called Quassia borneensis, among many other common names) is a small, evergreen shrub native to the tropical rainforests of Southeast Asia. It has large, glossy green leaves and small, white flowers. It prefers moist, shady habitats and can be found in lowland rainforests, mountain forests, and along streams and rivers.
Uses & Benefits
Quassia borneensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a source of timber and for making furniture.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Quassia borneensis has small, orange flowers with yellow centers and long, slender seedpods. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are thin and delicate with long, narrow leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Quassia borneensis is an evergreen shrub that grows up to 3 m tall. It prefers well-drained soils and full sun. Propagation is by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring and cuttings taken in summer.
Where to Find Quassia borneensis
Quassia borneensis is native to the tropical regions of Southeast Asia.
Quassia borneensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Quassia borneensis?
Quassia borneensis
What is the common name of Quassia borneensis?
Borneo Quassia
What is the natural habitat of Quassia borneensis?
It is native to Borneo
Species in the Quassia genus
Quassia sanguinea,
Quassia africana,
Quassia amara,
Quassia baileyana,
Quassia bidwillii,
Quassia borneensis,
Quassia cedron,
Quassia crustacea,
Quassia harmandiana,
Quassia indica,
Quassia maiana,
Quassia pohliana,
Quassia schweinfurthii,
Quassia undulata,
Quassia versicolor,
Quassia arnhemensis,
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Amaroria soulameoides,
Brucea antidysenterica,
Brucea bruceadelpha,
Brucea guineensis,
Brucea javanica,
Brucea macrocarpa,
Brucea mollis,
Brucea tenuifolia,
Brucea tonkinensis,
Brucea trichotoma,
Castela calcicola,
Castela coccinea,
Castela depressa,
Castela emoryi,
Castela erecta,
Castela galapageia,
Castela jacquiniifolia,
Castela leonis,
Castela macrophylla,
Castela peninsularis,
Castela polyandra,
Castela retusa,
Castela spinosa,
Castela stewartii,
Castela tortuosa,
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Castela victorinii,
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Homalolepis suaveolens,
Homalolepis subcymosa,
Homalolepis suffruticosa,
Homalolepis tocantina,
Homalolepis warmingiana,
Homalolepis arenaria,
Homalolepis cavalcantei,
Homalolepis cuneata,
Homalolepis docensis,
Homalolepis floribunda,
Homalolepis insignis,
Homalolepis intermedia,