Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Arecales
Family:
Species:
deplanchei
ID:
319311

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Brongn. & Gris) Vieill.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1873

Citation Micro:
Bull. Soc. Linn. Normandie , sér. 2, 6: 232 (1873)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000318643

Common Names

  • Basselinia Deplanchei
  • Deplanchei Satinash
  • Native Satinash

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Description

Basselinia deplanchei (also called Deplanche's Brush Cherry, among many other common names) is a small to medium-sized evergreen tree with a dense, spreading canopy. It is native to Australia and is found in rainforest, wet sclerophyll forest, and dry sclerophyll forest. It has glossy, dark green leaves and small white flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Basselinia deplanchei is used as an ornamental plant for its attractive foliage and fragrant flowers. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Basselinia deplanchei is a white, five-petaled star-shaped flower. The seed is a small, dark brown, oval-shaped drupe. The seedlings are small, with oval-shaped leaves and white flowers.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Basselinia deplanchei is a tropical evergreen tree that can grow up to 15 meters in height. It is native to India, Sri Lanka, and parts of Southeast Asia. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and full sun to partial shade. Propagation is usually done by seed, but cuttings and air layering can also be used. The seeds should be sown in a warm, moist environment and kept moist until germination occurs.

Where to Find Basselinia deplanchei

Basselinia deplanchei can be found in wet sclerophyll forests in south-eastern Australia.

Basselinia deplanchei FAQ

What is the scientific name of Basselinia deplanchei?

Basselinia deplanchei

What is the common name of Basselinia deplanchei?

Deplanche's Water Gum

What is the natural habitat of Basselinia deplanchei?

Dry rainforest and wet sclerophyll forests

Species in the Arecaceae family

Acanthophoenix crinita, Acanthophoenix rubra, Acanthophoenix rousselii, Acoelorraphe wrightii, Acrocomia aculeata, Acrocomia crispa, Acrocomia hassleri, Acrocomia intumescens, Acrocomia totai, Acrocomia emensis, Acrocomia glaucescens, Acrocomia corumbaensi, Actinorhytis calapparia, Actinorhytis calapparia, Adonidia merrillii, Adonidia dransfieldii, Aiphanes graminifolia, Aiphanes bicornis, Aiphanes buenaventurae, Aiphanes multiplex, Aiphanes acaulis, Aiphanes chiribogensis, Aiphanes concinna, Aiphanes deltoidea, Aiphanes duquei, Aiphanes eggersii, Aiphanes erinacea, Aiphanes gelatinosa, Aiphanes grandis, Aiphanes hirsuta, Aiphanes horrida, Aiphanes killipii, Aiphanes leiostachys, Aiphanes lindeniana, Aiphanes linearis, Aiphanes macroloba, Aiphanes minima, Aiphanes parvifolia, Aiphanes pilaris, Aiphanes simplex, Aiphanes spicata, Aiphanes tricuspidata, Aiphanes truncata, Aiphanes ulei, Aiphanes verrucosa, Aiphanes weberbaueri, Aiphanes argos, Aiphanes tatama, Aiphanes gloria, Aiphanes decipiens,

References

Adolphe-Théodore Brongniart (1801-1876): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Brongn.' in the authors string.
Eugène Vieillard (1819-1896): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Vieill.' in the authors string.
Jean Antoine Arthur Gris (1829-1872): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Gris' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:664832-1: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.