Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Arecales
Family:
Species:
humboldtiana
ID:
319377

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Brongn.) H.E.Moore

Source:
wcs

Year:
1984

Citation Micro:
Allertonia 3: 365 (1984)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000318709

Common Names

  • Humboldtiana Basselinia
  • Humboldtiana Lillypilly
  • Humboldtiana Water Gum

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Description

Basselinia humboldtiana (also called Humboldt's Satinash, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Myrtaceae. It is native to Australia, New Guinea, and the Solomon Islands. It is a small tree, growing up to 10 meters in height. It has white flowers and grows in rainforest and wet sclerophyll forest.

Uses & Benefits

Basselinia humboldtiana is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a windbreak and for soil stabilization.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Basselinia humboldtiana has small, yellowish-green flowers that are borne in clusters of 3-5. The seeds are small, black and glossy. The seedlings have long, narrow leaves that are arranged in opposite pairs.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Basselinia humboldtiana is a large tree, growing up to 30 m tall. It is best propagated from semi-hardwood cuttings taken in summer. It can also be propagated from seed, which should be sown in a well-drained medium and kept moist. The seedlings should be transplanted when they are large enough to handle.

Where to Find Basselinia humboldtiana

Basselinia humboldtiana is native to the tropical rainforests of South America. It can be found in the Amazon rainforest.

Basselinia humboldtiana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Basselinia humboldtiana?

Basselinia humboldtiana

What is the common name of Basselinia humboldtiana?

Humboldt's Satinash

What is the natural habitat of Basselinia humboldtiana?

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

Adolphe-Théodore Brongniart (1801-1876): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Brongn.' in the authors string.
Harold E. Moore (1917-1980): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.E.Moore' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:913731-1: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.