Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Magnoliales
Family:
Species:
meghalayensis
ID:
395096

Status:
valid

Authors:
V.Prakash & Mehrotra

Source:
ksu

Year:
1990

Citation Micro:
Nordic J. Bot. 10: 45 (1990)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000394428

Common Names

  • Polyalthia Meghalayensis
  • False Ashoka Tree
  • Indian Ashoka Tree

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Description

Polyalthia meghalayensis (also called Meghalaya Mast Tree, among many other common names) is a species of tree in the Annonaceae family. It is native to India and Sri Lanka and is found in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests. It grows up to 20 meters in height and has a trunk diameter of up to 60 cm.

Uses & Benefits

Polyalthia meghalayensis is used in traditional medicine for treating fever, cough, and skin diseases. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Polyalthia meghalayensis is a white, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed of this plant is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings of Polyalthia meghalayensis are small, dark green plants with oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Polyalthia meghalayensis is a fast-growing evergreen tree that can reach up to 20 m in height. It is propagated by seeds or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood branches and planted in a well-drained soil mix. Keep the soil moist and provide plenty of light.

Where to Find Polyalthia meghalayensis

Polyalthia meghalayensis can be found in India and Myanmar.

Polyalthia meghalayensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Polyalthia meghalayensis?

Polyalthia meghalayensis

What is the common name of Polyalthia meghalayensis?

Meghalayan Polyalthia

What is the natural habitat of Polyalthia meghalayensis?

Polyalthia meghalayensis is found in tropical and subtropical forests in India and Sri Lanka.

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

Bishan N. Mehrotra (b.1936): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Mehrotra' in the authors string.
Ved Prakash (1957-2000): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'V.Prakash' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:939543-1: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.