Status:
valid
Authors:
(Jack) Kosterm.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1969
Citation Micro:
Reinwardtia 7: 422 (1969)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000823177
Common Names
- Atuna Excelsa
- Excelsa Orchid
- Excelsa Orchid
Description
Atuna excelsa (also called Excelsa atuna, among many other common names) is a shrub that grows up to 2 meters tall. It is native to Southeast Asia and is found in humid, tropical forests.
Uses & Benefits
Atuna excelsa is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used to make natural dyes and as a source of food for livestock.
Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species
Atuna excelsa sub. racemosa (Raf.) Prance
Atuna excelsa sub. excelsa
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Atuna excelsa has white flowers with a diameter of about 3 cm. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.
Cultivation and Propagation
Atuna excelsa is an evergreen shrub that can be propagated from cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -10°C (14°F).
Where to Find Atuna excelsa
Atuna excelsa can be found in the tropical regions of South and Southeast Asia.
Atuna excelsa FAQ
What is the scientific name of Atuna excelsa?
Atuna excelsa
What is the common name of Atuna excelsa?
Indian Coral Tree
Where is Atuna excelsa native to?
India, Sri Lanka, and Myanmar
Species in the Atuna genus
Species in the Chrysobalanaceae family
Acioa edulis,
Acioa guianensis,
Acioa schultesii,
Acioa somnolens,
Acioa longipendula,
Acioa dolichopoda,
Afrolicania elaeosperma,
Angelesia splendens,
Angelesia fusicarpa,
Angelesia palawanensis,
Atuna cordata,
Atuna elliptica,
Atuna excelsa,
Atuna indica,
Atuna latifrons,
Atuna nannodes,
Atuna penangiana,
Atuna travancorica,
Bafodeya benna,
Chrysobalanus cuspidatus,
Chrysobalanus icaco,
Chrysobalanus prancei,
Couepia belemii,
Couepia bernardii,
Couepia bondarii,
Couepia bracteosa,
Couepia canomensis,
Couepia carautae,
Couepia caryophylloides,
Couepia cataractae,
Couepia chrysocalyx,
Couepia cidiana,
Couepia coarctata,
Couepia comosa,
Couepia eriantha,
Couepia excelsa,
Couepia exflexa,
Couepia froesii,
Couepia glabra,
Couepia grandiflora,
Couepia guianensis,
Couepia habrantha,
Couepia hondurasensis,
Couepia impressa,
Couepia insignis,
Couepia joaquinae,
Couepia krukovii,
Couepia latifolia,
Couepia leitaofilhoi,
Couepia longipetiolata,