Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Arecales
Family:
Species:
glabrata
ID:
319344

Status:
valid

Authors:
Becc.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1921

Citation Micro:
Webbia 5: 145 (1921)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000318676

Common Names

  • Basselinia Glabrata
  • Glabrata Satinash
  • Native Satinash

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Description

Basselinia glabrata (also called 'Bastard Sandalwood', among many other common names) is a species of plant in the Myrtaceae family. It is a shrub or small tree, growing up to 5 m tall. It is native to New Caledonia and the Loyalty Islands. It is found in humid forests.

Uses & Benefits

Basselinia glabrata is used for its timber, which is used to make furniture, and its leaves are used to make tea.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Basselinia glabrata 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 glabrata is a fast-growing, evergreen shrub that can reach up to 4 m in height. It prefers full sun and well-drained soils. Propagation is by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a warm, sunny position. Cuttings should be taken in spring or early summer and planted in a well-drained soil mix.

Where to Find Basselinia glabrata

Basselinia glabrata can be found in tropical rainforests in India and Sri Lanka.

Basselinia glabrata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Basselinia glabrata?

Basselinia glabrata

What is the common name of Basselinia glabrata?

Smooth Satinash

What is the natural habitat of Basselinia glabrata?

Rainforest and wet sclerophyll forest

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

Odoardo Beccari (1843-1920): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Becc.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:664834-1: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.