Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Magnoliales
Family:
Species:
johnsonii
ID:
1321872

Status:
valid

Authors:
(F.Muell.) B.Xue & R.M.K.Saunders

Source:
ipni

Year:
2012

Citation Micro:
Taxon 61: 1034 (2012)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001334326

Common Names

  • Johnsonii Polyalthia
  • Johnson's Polyalthia
  • Johnson Polyalthia

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Description

Polyalthia johnsonii (also called 'Johnsonii polyalthia', 'Johnsonii mast tree', 'Johnsonii Indian mast tree', among many other common names) is a deciduous tree native to India. It has a spreading crown and a short trunk with smooth, grey bark. It grows in dry deciduous forests and scrublands.

Uses & Benefits

Polyalthia johnsonii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments such as fever, colds, and skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Polyalthia johnsonii is a small, white flower with yellow markings. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedling has a single, oval-shaped leaf and a small, white flower.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Polyalthia johnsonii is a tropical tree that can be grown outdoors in USDA hardiness zones 10-11. It prefers full sun to partial shade and well-draining soil. Propagation is done by seed.

Where to Find Polyalthia johnsonii

Polyalthia johnsonii is found in India and Sri Lanka.

Polyalthia johnsonii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Polyalthia johnsonii?

Polyalthia johnsonii

What is the common name of Polyalthia johnsonii?

Johnsonii

Where is Polyalthia johnsonii native to?

India

Species in the Polyalthia genus

Polyalthia gracilipes, Polyalthia dumosa, Polyalthia dictyoneura, Polyalthia debilis, Polyalthia elliptica, Polyalthia corticosa, Polyalthia elegans, Polyalthia flagellaris, Polyalthia evecta, Polyalthia endertii, Polyalthia bracteosa, Polyalthia borneensis, Polyalthia barenensis, Polyalthia brunneifolia, Polyalthia angustissima, Polyalthia clemensiorum, Polyalthia cinnamomea, Polyalthia chrysotricha, Polyalthia celebica, Polyalthia cauliflora, Polyalthia castanea, Polyalthia bullata, Polyalthia venosa, Polyalthia hirtifolia, Polyalthia insignis, Polyalthia igniflora, Polyalthia lateritia, Polyalthia kanchanaburiana, Polyalthia subcordata, Polyalthia stenopetala, Polyalthia socia, Polyalthia sessiliflora, Polyalthia spathulata, Polyalthia tipuliflora, Polyalthia parviflora, Polyalthia oblonga, Polyalthia obliqua, Polyalthia rufescens, Polyalthia praeflorens, Polyalthia polyphlebia, Polyalthia persicifolia, Polyalthia pumila, Polyalthia mindorensis, Polyalthia motleyana, Polyalthia moonii, Polyalthia montis-silam, Polyalthia minutiflora, Polyalthia minima, Polyalthia miniata, Polyalthia microtus,

Species in the Annonaceae family

Afroguatteria bequaertii, Afroguatteria globosa, Afroguatteria discostigma, Alphonsea boniana, Alphonsea curtisii, Alphonsea cylindrica, Alphonsea elliptica, Alphonsea gaudichaudiana, Alphonsea hainanensis, Alphonsea havilandii, Alphonsea hortensis, Alphonsea javanica, Alphonsea johorensis, Alphonsea keithii, Alphonsea kinabaluensis, Alphonsea kingii, Alphonsea lucida, Alphonsea lutea, Alphonsea maingayi, Alphonsea malayana, Alphonsea mollis, Alphonsea monogyna, Alphonsea orthopetala, Alphonsea ovata, Alphonsea papuasica, Alphonsea philastreana, Alphonsea siamensis, Alphonsea sonlaensis, Alphonsea stenogyna, Alphonsea tonquinensis, Alphonsea tsangyanensis, Alphonsea ventricosa, Alphonsea zeylanica, Alphonsea borneensis, Alphonsea rugosa, Alphonsea glandulosa, Alphonsea pallida, Alphonsea annulata, Alphonsea isthmicola, Alphonsea longicarpa, Alphonsea phuwuaensis, Ambavia capuronii, Ambavia gerrardii, Anaxagorea acuminata, Anaxagorea allenii, Anaxagorea angustifolia, Anaxagorea borneensis, Anaxagorea brachycarpa, Anaxagorea brevipedicellata, Anaxagorea brevipes,

References

Ferdinand von Mueller (1825-1896): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'F.Muell.' in the authors string.
Richard M. K. Saunders (b.1964): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.M.K.Saunders' in the authors string.
Bine Xue: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'B.Xue' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:77123049-1: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.