Phoebe nicobarica - Uses, Benefits & Care
Status:
valid
Authors:
Rasingam, L.J.Singh & Karthig.
Source:
rhakhis
Year:
2021
Citation Micro:
Rheedea 31(2): 53. 2021
WFO Identifier:
wfo-1000028381
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Phoebe nicobarica (also called Nicobar Phoebe, among many other common names) is a small tree species native to Southeast Asia. It grows up to 8 m tall and has a dense, spreading crown. It is found in lowland and montane forests in Thailand, Laos, and Vietnam.
Uses & Benefits
Phoebe nicobarica has been used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a food source for livestock. It has also been used as a traditional medicine for treating fever, headache, and other ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Phoebe nicobarica are small and white. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have a single stem and two small leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Phoebe nicobarica is a tree that can be propagated by cuttings or seeds. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -5°C. Pruning is recommended to keep the plant in shape.
Where to Find Phoebe nicobarica
Phoebe nicobarica can be found in the tropical forests of India.
Phoebe nicobarica FAQ
What is the scientific name of Phoebe nicobarica?
Phoebe nicobarica
What is the family of Phoebe nicobarica?
Lauraceae
What is the common name of Phoebe nicobarica?
Nicobar Phoebe
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,