Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malvales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
lowianus
ID:
658745

Status:
valid

Authors:
Scort. ex King

Source:
cmp

Year:
1891

Citation Micro:
J. Asiat. Soc. Bengal, Pt. 2, Nat. Hist. 60: 51 (1891)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000658077

Common Names

  • Durio lowianus
  • Lowianus Durio
  • Durian Lowianus

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Synonyms

  • Durio spontaneus Bakh. ex Steenis [unknown]
  • Durio wrayi King [unknown]

Description

Durio lowianus (also called Low's 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 lowianus is used in traditional medicine to treat fever, headaches, and stomachaches. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of timber for furniture and construction.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Durio lowianus 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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Cultivation and Propagation

Durio lowianus 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 lowianus

Durio lowianus is native to tropical regions of Southeast Asia. It is found in moist, shady areas.

Durio lowianus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Durio lowianus?

Durio lowianus

What is the family of Durio lowianus?

Malvaceae

Where is Durio lowianus found?

It is found in Indonesia

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-2779450: Based on the initial data import
George King (1840-1909): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'King' in the authors string.
Benedetto Scortechini (1845-1886): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Scort.' in the authors string.