Gluta papuana - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Sapindales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
papuana
ID:
704981
Status:
valid
Authors:
Ding Hou
Source:
cmp
Year:
1978
Citation Micro:
Blumea 24: 14 (1978)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000704314
Common Names
- Papuan Gluta
- Gluta papuana
- Papuana Gluta
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Gluta papuana (also called Papuan Gluta, among many other common names) is a species of plant in the family Anacardiaceae. It is a deciduous tree that grows up to 15 meters tall. It is native to Southeast Asia, and is found in tropical and subtropical forests. It prefers moist soils, and is often found near rivers and streams.
Uses & Benefits
Gluta papuana is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It has a beautiful, bright yellow flower that attracts butterflies and other pollinators.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Gluta papuana has white flowers with five petals and yellow stamens. The seeds are small, round and black. The seedlings are small and thin with a single, thin stem.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Gluta papuana can be propagated by seeds, cuttings, or division. It prefers well-drained soil and full sun. Water regularly and fertilize lightly. Prune in late winter or early spring.
Where to Find Gluta papuana
Gluta papuana can be found in Papua New Guinea.
Gluta papuana FAQ
What is the scientific name of Gluta papuana?
Gluta papuana
What is the common name of Gluta papuana?
Papuan Gluta
What is the natural habitat of Gluta papuana?
Gluta papuana is native to Thailand, Malaysia, Indonesia, and the Philippines
Species in the Gluta genus
Gluta aptera, Gluta beccarii, Gluta cambodiana, Gluta capituliflora, Gluta celebica, Gluta compacta, Gluta curtisii, Gluta elegans, Gluta glabra, Gluta gracilis, Gluta laccifera, Gluta lanceolata, Gluta laxiflora, Gluta longipetiolata, Gluta macrocarpa, Gluta malayana, Gluta megalocarpa, Gluta oba, Gluta obovata, Gluta papuana, Gluta pubescens, Gluta renghas, Gluta rostrata, Gluta rugulosa, Gluta sabahana, Gluta speciosa, Gluta tavoyana, Gluta torquata, Gluta tourtour, Gluta travancorica, Gluta usitata, Gluta velutina, Gluta wallichii, Gluta wrayi,
Species in the Anacardiaceae family
Abrahamia buxifolia, Abrahamia thouvenotii, Abrahamia littoralis, Abrahamia latifolia, Abrahamia minutifolia, Abrahamia ditimena, Abrahamia betamponensis, Abrahamia capuronii, Abrahamia delphinensis, Abrahamia ellipticarpa, Abrahamia elongata, Abrahamia itromoensis, Abrahamia turkii, Abrahamia deflexa, Abrahamia grandidieri, Abrahamia humbertii, Abrahamia ibityensis, Abrahamia lecomtei, Abrahamia lenticellata, Abrahamia lokobensis, Abrahamia longipetiolata, Abrahamia louvelii, Abrahamia nitida, Abrahamia oblongifolia, Abrahamia pauciflora, Abrahamia phillipsonii, Abrahamia sambiranensis, Abrahamia sericea, Abrahamia suarezensis, Abrahamia viguieri, Abrahamia revoluta, Abrahamia antongilensis, Abrahamia darainensis, Abrahamia patrickii, Actinocheita filicina, Allospondias lakonensis, Allospondias laxiflora, Amphipterygium simplicifolium, Amphipterygium adstringens, Amphipterygium amplifolium, Amphipterygium glaucum, Amphipterygium molle, Anacardium amapaense, Anacardium amilcarianum, Anacardium brasiliense, Anacardium caracolii, Anacardium corymbosum, Anacardium curatellifolium, Anacardium excelsum, Anacardium fruticosum,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2827184: Based on the initial data import
Ding Hou (1921-2008): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ding Hou' in the authors string.