Kingdom:
Phylum:
Order:
Family:
Species:
moluccana
ID:
725555

Status:
valid

Authors:
W.J.de Wilde

Source:
ksu

Year:
1985

Citation Micro:
Gard. Bull. Singapore 38: 65 (1985)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000724888



Common Names

  • Moluccan Horsfieldia
  • Moluccan Ironwood
  • Moluccan Olivewood


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Description

Horsfieldia moluccana (also called Moluccan Horsfieldia, among many other common names) is a species of plant in the family Myristicaceae. It is a large tree, growing up to 25 m tall, with a trunk diameter of up to 1 m. It is native to Southeast Asia and its habitats include tropical moist lowland forests and tropical moist montane forests.

Uses & Benefits

Horsfieldia moluccana is used as a timber for construction and furniture making. Its bark is used for tanning and dyeing and its leaves are used as a medicinal herb.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Horsfieldia moluccana var. petiolaris W.J.de Wilde
Horsfieldia moluccana var. pubescens W.J.de Wilde
Horsfieldia moluccana var. robusta W.J.de Wilde
Horsfieldia moluccana var. moluccana

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Flower: Horsfieldia moluccana has small, yellowish-white flowers with a strong, sweet scent. Seed: The seed is small, black, and round. Seedlings: The seedlings are small and thin, with a single, long stem and small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Horsfieldia moluccana can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining potting mix in a warm, sheltered location. Cuttings should be taken from semi-ripe wood and rooted in a warm, humid environment. Both methods require regular watering and fertilizing to ensure healthy growth.

Where to Find Horsfieldia moluccana

Horsfieldia moluccana is native to the tropical rainforests of India, Sri Lanka, and Myanmar.

Species in the Horsfieldia genus

References