Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Apiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
dinagatense
ID:
262024

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Merr.) Philipson

Source:
wcs

Year:
1976

Citation Micro:
Blumea 23: 103 (1976)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000261356

Common Names

  • Dinagat Osmoxylon
  • Osmoxylon dinagatense
  • Dinagat Osmoxylon

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Synonyms

  • Boerlagiodendron dinagatense Merr. [unknown]

Description

Osmoxylon dinagatense (also called 'Dinagat Osmoxylon', among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Araliaceae. It is a shrub or small tree, usually 2–4 m tall, with a dense crown of branches. It is native to the Caribbean, Central America, and northern South America, where it is found in a variety of habitats, including dry forests, moist forests, and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Osmoxylon dinagatense is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used for its timber, which is used in furniture and construction.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Osmoxylon dinagatense is small, white and fragrant. The seed is small and round. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Osmoxylon dinagatense is a shrub that is native to the Mediterranean region. It is grown for its attractive foliage and flowers. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost.

Where to Find Osmoxylon dinagatense

Osmoxylon dinagatense is native to the Philippines and is found on the island of Dinagat.

Osmoxylon dinagatense FAQ

What is the scientific name of Osmoxylon dinagatense?

Osmoxylon dinagatense

What are the common names of Osmoxylon dinagatense?

Dinagat Osmoxylon

What is the native range of Osmoxylon dinagatense?

Tropical Asia

Species in the Osmoxylon genus

Osmoxylon arrhenicum, Osmoxylon articulatum, Osmoxylon barbatum, Osmoxylon boerlagei, Osmoxylon borneense, Osmoxylon camiguinense, Osmoxylon catanduanense, Osmoxylon caudatum, Osmoxylon celebicum, Osmoxylon chrysanthum, Osmoxylon confertiflorum, Osmoxylon corneri, Osmoxylon dinagatense, Osmoxylon ellipsoideum, Osmoxylon eminens, Osmoxylon fenicis, Osmoxylon geelvinkianum, Osmoxylon globulare, Osmoxylon heterophyllum, Osmoxylon humile, Osmoxylon insidiator, Osmoxylon insigne, Osmoxylon kostermansii, Osmoxylon lanceolatum, Osmoxylon lineare, Osmoxylon luzoniense, Osmoxylon mariannense, Osmoxylon masarangense, Osmoxylon micranthum, Osmoxylon miquelii, Osmoxylon novoguineense, Osmoxylon oblongifolium, Osmoxylon orientale, Osmoxylon pachyphyllum, Osmoxylon palmatum, Osmoxylon pectinatum, Osmoxylon pfeilii, Osmoxylon pseudofoliatum, Osmoxylon pulcherrimum, Osmoxylon puniceopolleniferum, Osmoxylon ramosii, Osmoxylon reburrum, Osmoxylon rectibrachiatum, Osmoxylon russellense, Osmoxylon serratifolium, Osmoxylon sessiliflorum, Osmoxylon simplicifolia, Osmoxylon soelaense, Osmoxylon spathipedunculatum, Osmoxylon striatifructum,

Species in the Araliaceae family

Anakasia simplicifolia, Aralia apioides, Aralia armata, Aralia atropurpurea, Aralia bicrenata, Aralia bipinnata, Aralia cachemirica, Aralia caesia, Aralia californica, Aralia castanopsisicola, Aralia chinensis, Aralia continentalis, Aralia cordata, Aralia dasyphylla, Aralia dasyphylloides, Aralia debilis, Aralia decaisneana, Aralia delavayi, Aralia echinocaulis, Aralia elata, Aralia excelsa, Aralia fargesii, Aralia ferox, Aralia finlaysoniana, Aralia foliolosa, Aralia frodiniana, Aralia gigantea, Aralia gintungensis, Aralia glabra, Aralia glabrifoliolata, Aralia henryi, Aralia hispida, Aralia humilis, Aralia kansuensis, Aralia kingdon-wardii, Aralia leschenaultii, Aralia malabarica, Aralia melanocarpa, Aralia merrillii, Aralia mexicana, Aralia montana, Aralia nudicaulis, Aralia parasitica, Aralia plumosa, Aralia racemosa, Aralia regeliana, Aralia rex, Aralia scaberula, Aralia scopulorum, Aralia searelliana,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-144527: Based on the initial data import
William Philipson (1911-1997): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Philipson' in the authors string.
Elmer Drew Merrill (1876-1956): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Merr.' in the authors string.