Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Magnoliales
Family:
Species:
spathulata
ID:
394861

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Teijsm. & Binn.) Boerl.

Source:
ksu

Year:
1899

Citation Micro:
Icon. Bogor. 1: t. 108 (1899)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000394193

Common Names

  • Polyalthia Spathulata
  • Spathulata Polyalthia
  • Polyalthia Spathulata Tree

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Description

Polyalthia spathulata (also called Spatulate Polyalthia, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant native to tropical Asia. It has small, spatulate leaves and yellowish-white flowers. It grows in moist, shady areas, such as forests and thickets.

Uses & Benefits

Polyalthia spathulata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating skin diseases, fever, and diabetes.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Polyalthia spathulata is a small, white, fragrant flower. The seed is a small, black, triangular seed. The seedling is a small, green, heart-shaped seedling.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Polyalthia spathulata is a slow-growing, evergreen shrub that can reach up to 10 feet in height. It prefers full sun to partial shade and well-draining soil. Propagation is best done by cuttings or layering. Cuttings should be taken in the spring or summer and planted in a well-draining potting mix. Layering can be done by burying a branch in the soil and allowing it to root. Once the roots have formed, the branch can be cut off and planted in a pot.

Where to Find Polyalthia spathulata

Polyalthia spathulata is native to India and Sri Lanka.

Polyalthia spathulata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Polyalthia spathulata?

Polyalthia spathulata

What is the common name of Polyalthia spathulata?

Spathulate polyalthia

What is the natural habitat of Polyalthia spathulata?

It is native to South America, particularly Brazil, and is found in tropical and subtropical regions.

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,

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