Durio dulcis - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Becc.
Source:
cmp
Year:
1889
Citation Micro:
Malesia 3: 243 (1889)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000658066
Common Names
- Durio dulcis
- Dulcis Durio
- Durian Dulcis
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesSynonyms
- Durio conicus Becc. [unknown]
Description
Durio dulcis (also called Sweet Durian, among many other common names) is a tropical tree native to Southeast Asia. It has large, spiky green fruits and white flowers. It is found in tropical rainforests and can tolerate high humidity and temperatures.
Uses & Benefits
Durio dulcis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes. It is also used as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Durio dulcis flowers are small, yellow-green in color and have five petals. The seeds are small, black and oval in shape. The seedlings are small, green and have two cotyledons.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Durio dulcis is a tropical tree that can be propagated from seed. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be grown in containers or in the ground. It is best to water the tree regularly and fertilize it with a balanced fertilizer every few months. Pruning is not necessary but can be done to shape the tree.
Where to Find Durio dulcis
Durio dulcis is native to Southeast Asia.
Durio dulcis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Durio dulcis?
Durio dulcis
What is the family of Durio dulcis?
Malvaceae
Where is Durio dulcis found?
It is found in Indonesia
Species in the Durio genus
Durio affinis, Durio beccarianus, Durio bruneiensis, Durio bukitrayaensis, Durio burmanicus, Durio carinatus, Durio crassipes, Durio dulcis, Durio graveolens, Durio kinabaluensis, Durio kutejensis, Durio lanceolatus, Durio lissocarpus, Durio lowianus, Durio macrantha, Durio macrolepis, Durio macrophyllus, Durio malaccensis, Durio oblongus, Durio oxleyanus, Durio pinangianus, Durio purpureus, Durio singaporensis, Durio testudinarius, Durio wyatt-smithii, Durio zibethinus,
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
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2779439: Based on the initial data import
Odoardo Beccari (1843-1920): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Becc.' in the authors string.