Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
philippinensis
ID:
321904

Status:
valid

Authors:
Benth. & Hook.f.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1910

Citation Micro:
Philipp. J. Sci. 5: 227 (1910)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000321236

Common Names

  • Tectona philippinensis
  • Philippinensis Tectona
  • Tectona of Philippinensis

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Synonyms

  • Jatus philippinensis Kuntze [unknown]

Description

Tectona philippinensis (also called Philippine Tectona, among many other common names) is a large tree native to the Philippines. It grows in moist forests and has ovate-shaped leaves and small white flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Tectona philippinensis is used as a timber tree for its strong and durable wood. It is also used as an ornamental plant for its attractive foliage and flowers.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Tectona philippinensis has small, white flowers with yellow anthers. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings have narrow, pointed leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Tectona philippinensis can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken in the spring or summer and rooted in a moist soil mix. The plant should be grown in full sun and in well-drained soil.

Where to Find Tectona philippinensis

Tectona philippinensis is native to the Philippines.

Tectona philippinensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Tectona philippinensis?

Tectona philippinensis

What is the common name of Tectona philippinensis?

Philippine Teak

What is the natural habitat of Tectona philippinensis?

Tropical and subtropical regions of the Philippines

Species in the Lamiaceae family

Acanthomintha duttonii, Acanthomintha ilicifolia, Acanthomintha lanceolata, Acanthomintha obovata, Acanthoprasium frutescens, Acanthoprasium integrifolium, Achyrospermum aethiopicum, Achyrospermum africanum, Achyrospermum axillare, Achyrospermum carvalhoi, Achyrospermum ciliatum, Achyrospermum cryptanthum, Achyrospermum dasytrichum, Achyrospermum densiflorum, Achyrospermum erythobotrys, Achyrospermum fruticosum, Achyrospermum laterale, Achyrospermum micranthum, Achyrospermum mildbraedii, Achyrospermum oblongifolium, Achyrospermum parviflorum, Achyrospermum purpureum, Achyrospermum schimperi, Achyrospermum schlechteri, Achyrospermum seychellarum, Achyrospermum tisserantii, Achyrospermum urens, Achyrospermum wallichianum, Achyrospermum scandens, Acinos alpinus, Acrotome angustifolia, Acrotome fleckii, Acrotome hispida, Acrotome inflata, Acrotome mozambiquensis, Acrotome pallescens, Acrotome tenuis, Acrotome thorncroftii, Acrymia ajugiflora, Aegiphila aracaensis, Aegiphila hystricina, Aegiphila aculeifera, Aegiphila alba, Aegiphila anomala, Aegiphila arcta, Aegiphila australis, Aegiphila bogotensis, Aegiphila boliviana, Aegiphila brachiata, Aegiphila bracteolosa,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-202024: Based on the initial data import
George Bentham (1800-1884): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Benth.' in the authors string.
Joseph Dalton Hooker (1817-1911): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hook.f.' in the authors string.