Status:
valid
Authors:
Sleumer
Source:
cmp
Year:
1969
Citation Micro:
Blumea 17: 245 (1969)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000465032
Common Names
- Platea sclerophylla
- Hard-leaved Platea
- Hard-leaved Platea Tree
Description
Platea sclerophylla (also called Hard-leaved Platea, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Sapindaceae. It is native to tropical Africa, from Senegal east to Ethiopia and south to Angola. It is a shrub or small tree, growing to 5 m tall. Its leaves are elliptic to oblong-lanceolate, 5–10 cm long and 2–4 cm broad.
Uses & Benefits
Platea sclerophylla is used as a medicinal plant, as an ornamental plant, and as a source of timber for construction and furniture making.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Platea sclerophylla has small white flowers with 4-5 petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings have small, glossy green leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Platea sclerophylla is a small shrub that grows up to 2 m (6.5 ft) tall. It prefers a sunny position in moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed or cuttings.
Where to Find Platea sclerophylla
Platea sclerophylla is native to tropical Africa and is found in moist forests, thickets, and along streams. It is also cultivated as an ornamental plant.
Platea sclerophylla FAQ
What is the scientific name of Platea sclerophylla?
Platea sclerophylla
What is the common name of Platea sclerophylla?
Sclerophylla Platea
What is the natural habitat of Platea sclerophylla?
Tropical rainforests of Central and South America
Species in the Platea genus
Species in the Icacinaceae family
Alsodeiopsis chippii,
Alsodeiopsis mannii,
Alsodeiopsis poggei,
Alsodeiopsis rowlandii,
Alsodeiopsis schumannii,
Alsodeiopsis staudtii,
Alsodeiopsis tessmannii,
Alsodeiopsis zenkeri,
Calatola costaricensis,
Calatola laevigata,
Calatola mollis,
Calatola pastazana,
Calatola uxpanapensis,
Calatola microcarpa,
Casimirella ampla,
Casimirella beckii,
Casimirella crispula,
Casimirella diversifolia,
Casimirella guaranitica,
Casimirella lanata,
Casimirella rupestris,
Cassinopsis chapelieri,
Cassinopsis ciliata,
Cassinopsis ilicifolia,
Cassinopsis madagascariensis,
Cassinopsis tinifolia,
Cassinopsis tomentosa,
Desmostachys longipes,
Desmostachys oblongifolia,
Desmostachys planchonianus,
Desmostachys tenuifolius,
Desmostachys vogelii,
Emmotum harleyi,
Emmotum acuminatum,
Emmotum affine,
Emmotum celiae,
Emmotum conjunctum,
Emmotum fagifolium,
Emmotum floribundum,
Emmotum fulvum,
Emmotum glabrum,
Emmotum nitens,
Emmotum orbiculatum,
Emmotum yapacanum,
Emmotum amazonicum,
Hosiea japonica,
Hosiea sinensis,
Icacina claessensii,
Icacina guessfeldtii,
Icacina mannii,