Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Magnoliales
Family:
Species:
kanchanaburiana
ID:
394732

Status:
valid

Authors:
Khumch. & Thongp.

Source:
ksu

Year:
2005

Citation Micro:
Thai Forest Bull., Bot. 33: 35 (2005)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000394064

Common Names

  • Kanchanaburi Polyalthia
  • Polyalthia Kanchanaburiana
  • Polyalthia Tree

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Description

Polyalthia kanchanaburiana (also called Kanchanaburi's Mast Tree, among many other common names) is a species of flowering tree native to India and Nepal. It is a medium-sized evergreen tree, growing up to 15 meters tall. It prefers moist, tropical climates and is commonly found in wet evergreen forests.

Uses & Benefits

Polyalthia kanchanaburiana is a large evergreen tree that is used as a shade tree in gardens and parks. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat fever, pain, and inflammation.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Polyalthia kanchanaburiana has white flowers with long, thin petals. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small and have thin, light green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Polyalthia kanchanaburiana is a medium-sized, evergreen tree that can reach up to 15 m in height. It is propagated by seed or cuttings. The seeds should be planted in a well-drained, sandy soil and kept moist until germination occurs. Cuttings should be taken from the tips of branches and planted in a sandy soil. The cuttings should be kept moist until they take root.

Where to Find Polyalthia kanchanaburiana

Polyalthia kanchanaburiana is native to India and can be found in tropical and subtropical forests.

Polyalthia kanchanaburiana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Polyalthia kanchanaburiana?

Polyalthia kanchanaburiana

What is the family of Polyalthia kanchanaburiana?

Annonaceae

What is the common name of Polyalthia kanchanaburiana?

Kanchanaburi Polyalthia

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

Somporn Khumchompoo: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Khumch.' in the authors string.
Aree Thongpukdee: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Thongp.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:77073559-1: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.