Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Arecales
Family:
Species:
tomentosa
ID:
319441

Status:
valid

Authors:
Becc.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1921

Citation Micro:
Webbia 5: 141 (1921)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000318773

Common Names

  • Tomentosa Basselinia
  • Tomentose Basselinia
  • Tomentosan Basselinia

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Description

Basselinia tomentosa (also called 'Woolly Satinash' and 'Woolly Cherry', among many other common names) is a medium-sized tree that grows up to 20 m tall. It is native to Australia and is found in rainforest and wet sclerophyll forests. It has a dense, spreading crown and its leaves are dark green and glossy. Its flowers are white and its fruits are red.

Uses & Benefits

Basselinia tomentosa is used as a shade tree, ornamental plant, and for timber production.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Basselinia tomentosa is a white, star-shaped flower with a yellow center. The seed is small, round and black in color. The seedlings are thin, light green in color and have a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Basselinia tomentosa is an evergreen tree that grows up to 15 m tall. It is native to India and Sri Lanka. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and can tolerate drought. Propagation is by seeds or cuttings.

Where to Find Basselinia tomentosa

Basselinia tomentosa is native to the tropical regions of Asia, including India, Myanmar, Thailand, and Vietnam. It is found in evergreen forests at altitudes of up to 1,000 m.

Basselinia tomentosa FAQ

What is the common name of Basselinia tomentosa?

Tomentose Satinash

What is the natural habitat of Basselinia tomentosa?

It is found in lowland forests in Malaysia, Thailand, and Indonesia.

What is the height of Basselinia tomentosa?

It can grow up to 20 meters in height.

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:664843-1: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.