Status:
valid
Authors:
Vasudeva Rao & Chakrab.
Source:
ksu
Year:
1986
Citation Micro:
J. Econ. Taxon. Bot. 7: 514 (1985 publ. 1986)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000378656
Common Names
- Sleumeri Nicobariodendron
- Sleumeri Nicobariodendron
- Sleumeri Nicobariodendron
Description
Nicobariodendron sleumeri (also called Nicobar Island Tree, among many other common names) is a species of tree in the family Elaeocarpaceae. It is native to the Nicobar Islands, India, and is found in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests. It grows up to 15 m tall and has a trunk diameter of up to 40 cm.
Uses & Benefits
Nicobariodendron sleumeri is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a food source for livestock.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Nicobariodendron sleumeri is a small, yellowish-brown spikelet, with a single floret. The seed is a small, dark brown nutlet. The seedlings are thin, grass-like, with a single stem and small, pointed leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Nicobariodendron sleumeri is a small, evergreen tree native to the Nicobar Islands. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from semi-ripe wood and rooted in a light, well-drained soil mix. Keep the cuttings in a warm, humid environment until they have rooted.
Where to Find Nicobariodendron sleumeri
Nicobariodendron sleumeri is native to the tropical rainforests of Southeast Asia. It can be found in the understory of the forest, near rivers and streams.
Nicobariodendron sleumeri FAQ
What is the scientific name of Nicobariodendron sleumeri?
Nicobariodendron sleumeri
What is the common name of Nicobariodendron sleumeri?
Sleumer's Nicobariodendron
What is the natural habitat of Nicobariodendron sleumeri?
Grasslands and scrublands of southern South America
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Apatophyllum macgillivrayi,
Apatophyllum olsenii,
Apatophyllum teretifolium,
Apodostigma pallens,
Arnicratea cambodiana,
Arnicratea ferruginea,
Bequaertia mucronata,
Brassiantha pentamera,
Brassiantha hedraiantheroides,
Brexia alaticarpa,
Brexia australis,
Brexia madagascariensis,
Brexia marioniae,
Brexiella cymosa,
Brexiella ilicifolia,
Campylostemon angolense,
Campylostemon bequaertii,
Campylostemon danckelmannianus,
Campylostemon laurentii,
Campylostemon lindequistianus,
Campylostemon mitophorus,
Campylostemon warneckeanum,
Canotia holacantha,
Canotia wendtii,
Cassine albens,
Cassine balae,
Cassine burkeana,
Cassine congylos,
Cassine grossa,
Cassine kedarnathii,
Cassine koordersii,
Cassine megaphylla,
Cassine micrantha,
Cassine obiensis,
Cassine parvifolia,
Cassine peragua,
Cassine kamurensis,
Catha edulis,
Celastrus aculeatus,
Celastrus angulata,
Celastrus australis,
Celastrus caseariifolius,
Celastrus cuneatus,
Celastrus flagellaris,