Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Arecales
Family:
Species:
vestita
ID:
319463

Status:
valid

Authors:
H.E.Moore

Source:
wcs

Year:
1984

Citation Micro:
Allertonia 3: 368 (1984)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000318795

Common Names

  • Syzygium insculptum
  • Syzygium insigne
  • Basselinia vestita

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Description

Basselinia vestita (also called 'Vestite Satinash' and 'Vestite 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 vestita is used as a shade tree, ornamental plant, and for timber production.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Basselinia vestita is a small, white, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, dark brown, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, dark green, oval-shaped seedlings with a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Basselinia vestita is a medium-sized evergreen tree that grows up to 20 m tall. It is native to Madagascar and the Comoros Islands. It is an ornamental tree with white flowers and edible fruits. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood and planted in a well-drained soil mix. Keep the cuttings moist until they have rooted.

Where to Find Basselinia vestita

Basselinia vestita 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 vestita FAQ

What is the scientific name of Basselinia vestita?

Basselinia vestita

What is the common name of Basselinia vestita?

Clothed Satinash

What is the natural habitat of Basselinia vestita?

Tropical rainforest

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

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:903681-1: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.