Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Sapindales
Species:
splendens
ID:
574129

Status:
valid

Authors:
Miq.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1861

Citation Micro:
Fl. Ned. Ind., Eerste Bijv. : 524 (1861)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000573461

Common Names

  • Buchanania splendens
  • Splendid Buchanania
  • Splendid

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Synonyms

  • Buchanania fragrans Ridl. [unknown]
  • Buchanania fragrans oblanceolata Ridl. [unknown]
  • Buchanania platyneura Kurz [unknown]

Description

Buchanania splendens (also called shining almond, among many other common names) is a small tree or shrub native to India, Pakistan, and Sri Lanka. It has a rounded crown and grows up to 10 meters tall. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and is found in tropical and subtropical forests.

Uses & Benefits

Buchanania splendens is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments such as fever, rheumatism, and skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Buchanania splendens has small, white flowers with a yellow center and a single, round seed. The seedlings are small and round.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Buchanania splendens is a small, evergreen shrub that grows up to 2 m tall. It is native to India and is found in dry, rocky habitats. It is propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil mix and kept moist until germination occurs. Cuttings should be taken from semi-ripe wood and rooted in a sandy soil mix. The plants should be grown in full sun and require regular watering during the summer months.

Where to Find Buchanania splendens

Buchanania splendens is native to India and Sri Lanka.

Buchanania splendens FAQ

What is the scientific name of Buchanania splendens?

Buchanania splendens

What is the common name of Buchanania splendens?

Splendid Buchanania

What is the natural habitat of Buchanania splendens?

Tropical and subtropical regions

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