Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Laurales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
birmanica
ID:
466558

Status:
valid

Authors:
Kosterm.

Source:
ksu

Year:
1970

Citation Micro:
Reinwardtia 8: 120 (1970)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000465890

Common Names

  • Phoebe birmanica
  • Birmanica Phoebe
  • Birmanica Plant

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Description

Phoebe birmanica (also called Burmese Phoebe, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Lauraceae family. It is native to Southeast Asia, and is found in tropical and subtropical climates. It is a large evergreen tree that grows up to 30 meters tall, with a broad, rounded crown and leathery, glossy leaves.

Uses & Benefits

Phoebe birmanica is used in traditional medicine for treating various ailments. It is also used as an ornamental plant and for making furniture, baskets, and other items.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Flower: Small, white, with 5 petals. Seed: Small, black, round. Seedlings: Very small, green, with a single leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Phoebe birmanica is a tropical plant that grows best in moist, well-drained soil. It prefers full sun to partial shade and should be fertilized regularly. Propagation is best done through division of the rhizomes or by stem cuttings.

Where to Find Phoebe birmanica

Phoebe birmanica is native to tropical regions of Southeast Asia, including Thailand, Myanmar, and Laos.

Phoebe birmanica FAQ

What is the scientific name of Phoebe birmanica?

Phoebe birmanica

What type of plant is Phoebe birmanica?

Phoebe birmanica is a species of flowering plant in the family Lauraceae.

Where is Phoebe birmanica found?

Phoebe birmanica is found in Southeast Asia.

Species in the Phoebe genus

Phoebe forbesii, Phoebe cuneata, Phoebe elliptica, Phoebe dehaasiifolia, Phoebe glabrifolia, Phoebe cuspidata, Phoebe cooperiana, Phoebe clemensii, Phoebe obtusa, Phoebe javanica, Phoebe laevis, Phoebe kunstleri, Phoebe kjellbergii, Phoebe incerta, Phoebe holosericea, Phoebe leiophylla, Phoebe lucida, Phoebe birmanica, Phoebe wightii, Phoebe tenuifolia, Phoebe siamensis, Phoebe assamica, Phoebe baishyae, Phoebe lummaoensis, Phoebe prazeri, Phoebe liana, Phoebe hedgei, Phoebe tavoyana, Phoebe angustifolia, Phoebe attenuata, Phoebe canescens, Phoebe chartacea, Phoebe excelsa, Phoebe lanceolata, Phoebe macrophylla, Phoebe pallida, Phoebe sterculioides, Phoebe formosana, Phoebe legendrei, Phoebe sheareri, Phoebe hainanensis, Phoebe hunanensis, Phoebe faberi, Phoebe grandis, Phoebe kwangsiensis, Phoebe bournei, Phoebe hui, Phoebe macrocarpa, Phoebe hungmoensis, Phoebe yaiensis,

Species in the Lauraceae family

Actinodaphne acuminata, Actinodaphne albifrons, Actinodaphne amabilis, Actinodaphne ambigua, Actinodaphne archboldiana, Actinodaphne areolata, Actinodaphne bicolor, Actinodaphne borneensis, Actinodaphne bourdillonii, Actinodaphne bourneae, Actinodaphne brassii, Actinodaphne caesia, Actinodaphne campanulata, Actinodaphne candolleana, Actinodaphne celebica, Actinodaphne cinerea, Actinodaphne concinna, Actinodaphne concolor, Actinodaphne corymbosa, Actinodaphne crassa, Actinodaphne cupularis, Actinodaphne diversifolia, Actinodaphne dolichophylla, Actinodaphne elegans, Actinodaphne ellipticibacca, Actinodaphne engleriana, Actinodaphne ferruginea, Actinodaphne forrestii, Actinodaphne fragilis, Actinodaphne fuliginosa, Actinodaphne furfuracea, Actinodaphne glabra, Actinodaphne glauca, Actinodaphne glaucina, Actinodaphne glomerata, Actinodaphne gracilis, Actinodaphne henryi, Actinodaphne hirsuta, Actinodaphne hypoleucophylla, Actinodaphne javanica, Actinodaphne johorensis, Actinodaphne kinabaluensis, Actinodaphne koshepangii, Actinodaphne kostermansii, Actinodaphne kweichowensis, Actinodaphne lanata, Actinodaphne lanceolata, Actinodaphne latifolia, Actinodaphne lawsonii, Actinodaphne lecomtei,