Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malvales
Family:
Species:
tonkinense
ID:
576676

Status:
valid

Authors:
(A.Chev.) Kosterm.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1960

Citation Micro:
Reinwardtia 5: 239 (1960)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000576008

Common Names

  • Burretiodendron tonkinense
  • Tonkin Rosewood
  • Vietnamese Rosewood

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Synonyms

  • Burretiodendron hsienmu W.Y.Chun & F.C.How [unknown]
  • Excentrodendron hsiemmu (W.Y.Chun & F.C.How) Hung T.Chang & R.H.Miau [unknown]
  • Excentrodendron rhombifolium Hung T.Chang & R.H.Miau [unknown]
  • Excentrodendron tonkinense (A.Chev.) Hung T.Chang & R.H.Miau [unknown]
  • Excentrodendron hsienmu (Chun & F.C.How) Hung T.Chang & R.H.Miao [unknown]
  • Parapentace tonkinensis (A.Chev.) Gagnep. [unknown]
  • Pentace tonkinensis A.Chev. [unknown]

Description

Burretiodendron tonkinense (also called Tonkin Burretiodendron, among many other common names) is a shrub of the Rubiaceae family. It is native to Southeast Asia and is found in dry woodlands and shrublands. It has small, white flowers and oval-shaped leaves.

Uses & Benefits

Burretiodendron tonkinense is an ornamental plant, often used in gardens and parks. It has a unique, attractive foliage and is drought tolerant, making it a great choice for xeriscaping. It also has medicinal uses, such as treating fever and skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Burretiodendron tonkinense has small, yellow flowers with a sweet scent. Its seeds are small, round and black. The seedlings are small and white.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Burretiodendron tonkinense is a species of flowering plant in the Anacardiaceae family. It is native to Southeast Asia. It can be propagated by division or by seed. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures as low as 10°C (50°F). It is also tolerant of salt spray.

Where to Find Burretiodendron tonkinense

Burretiodendron tonkinense can be found in Vietnam, Laos, and Thailand.

Burretiodendron tonkinense FAQ

What is the scientific name of Burretiodendron tonkinense?

Burretiodendron tonkinense

What is the common name of Burretiodendron tonkinense?

Tonkin Corkwood

What is the natural habitat of Burretiodendron tonkinense?

Tropical rainforests

Species in the Malvaceae family

Abelmoschus angulosus, Abelmoschus caillei, Abelmoschus crinitus, Abelmoschus esculentus, Abelmoschus ficulneus, Abelmoschus hostilis, Abelmoschus magnificus, Abelmoschus manihot, Abelmoschus moschatus, Abelmoschus muliensis, Abelmoschus sagittifolius, Abelmoschus enbeepeegearensis, Abroma augustum, Abutilon abutiloides, Abutilon affine, Abutilon alii, Abutilon amplum, Abutilon andrewsianum, Abutilon andrieuxii, Abutilon anglosomaliae, Abutilon angulatum, Abutilon anodoides, Abutilon appendiculatum, Abutilon arenarium, Abutilon arequipense, Abutilon auritum, Abutilon austroafricanum, Abutilon badium, Abutilon balansae, Abutilon bastardioides, Abutilon benedictum, Abutilon berlandieri, Abutilon bidentatum, Abutilon bracteosum, Abutilon buchii, Abutilon burandtii, Abutilon bussei, Abutilon californicum, Abutilon calliphyllum, Abutilon carinatum, Abutilon coahuilae, Abutilon commutatum, Abutilon cryptopetalum, Abutilon cuspidatum, Abutilon densiflorum, Abutilon dinteri, Abutilon dispermum, Abutilon divaricatum, Abutilon dugesii, Abutilon durandoi,

References

André Joseph Guillaume Henri Kostermans (1906-1994): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kosterm.' in the authors string.
Auguste Chevalier (1873-1956): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.Chev.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:833396-1: Based on the initial data import