Spondias novoguineensis - Uses, Benefits & Care
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Sapindales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
novoguineensis
ID:
436162
Status:
valid
Authors:
Kosterm.
Source:
ksu
Year:
1991
Citation Micro:
Kedondong, Ambarella, Amra Spondiadeae (Anacardiac.) Asia & Pacific : 59 (1991)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000435494
Common Names
- Spondias novoguineensis
- New Guinea Spondias
- Hog Plum
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Spondias novoguineensis (also called Novoguineensis Spondias, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that is native to the Caribbean, Central America, and South America. It typically grows to a height of 3-7 m (10-23 ft). It has leathery, oblong-elliptic leaves and white flowers. It is found in tropical and subtropical moist forests, as well as in disturbed areas.
Uses & Benefits
Spondias novoguineensis is used as a food source and for medicinal purposes. It is also used to make baskets and other crafts.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Spondias novoguineensis has small, yellow flowers with five petals. The seeds are small and round, and the seedlings have small, oval-shaped leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Spondias novoguineensis is a fast-growing tree that can reach up to 30 feet in height. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is best done from seed, which should be sown in a warm, sunny location. The seedlings should be transplanted when they are about 6 inches tall.
Where to Find Spondias novoguineensis
Spondias novoguineensis is native to New Guinea.
Spondias novoguineensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Spondias novoguineensis?
Spondias novoguineensis
What is the natural habitat of Spondias novoguineensis?
Tropical and subtropical forests
What is the average height of Spondias novoguineensis?
Around 15 meters
Species in the Spondias genus
Spondias acida, Spondias bipinnata, Spondias xerophila, Spondias tuberosa, Spondias macrocarpa, Spondias malayana, Spondias dulcis, Spondias mombin, Spondias radlkoferi, Spondias purpurea, Spondias novoguineensis, Spondias pinnata, Spondias venulosa, Spondias testudinis, Spondias tefyi, Spondias admirabilis, Spondias bahiensis, Spondias expeditionaria, Spondias globosa,
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
André Joseph Guillaume Henri Kostermans (1906-1994): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kosterm.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:960399-1: Based on the initial data import