Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Magnoliales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
velutina
ID:
394536

Status:
valid

Authors:
King

Source:
ksu

Year:
1892

Citation Micro:
J. Asiat. Soc. Bengal, Pt. 2, Nat. Hist. 61: 94 (1892)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000393868

Common Names

  • Popowia velutina
  • Velutina Popowia
  • Velutina Popowi

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Description

Popowia velutina (also called Velvet Popowia, among many other common names) is an evergreen tree native to India. It has a rounded crown and a short trunk. Its leaves are alternate, simple, and ovate. Its flowers are yellowish-green and its fruits are drupes. It is found in moist, evergreen forests.

Uses & Benefits

Popowia velutina is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used for landscaping and as a hedge plant. The leaves of the plant are used to make tea and are believed to have medicinal properties. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat fever, headache, and stomach ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Popowia velutina has small yellow flowers with four petals. The seeds are small and round, and the seedlings have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Popowia velutina can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from the tips of the stems and planted in a moist, well-draining soil mix. Both methods should be done in a warm, humid environment.

Where to Find Popowia velutina

Popowia velutina is found in the tropical forests of Southeast Asia, including Thailand, Malaysia, Indonesia, and the Philippines.

Popowia velutina FAQ

What are the uses of Popowia velutina?

Popowia velutina is used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory, analgesic, and antifungal properties.

What is the growth rate of Popowia velutina?

Popowia velutina is a slow-growing plant.

What is the ideal temperature for Popowia velutina?

Popowia velutina prefers temperatures between 18-24°C.

Species in the Annonaceae family

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