Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malvales
Family:
Species:
sumatranum
ID:
476529

Status:
valid

Authors:
Miq.

Source:
ksu

Year:
1870

Citation Micro:
Ill. Fl. Archip. Ind. : 87 (1870)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000475861

Common Names

  • Sumatranum Pterospermum
  • Indian Almond
  • Sea Almond

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Description

Pterospermum sumatranum (also called Indian kapok, among many other common names) is a medium-sized tree that grows up to 20 meters tall. It is native to India, Sri Lanka, and Southeast Asia. It is found in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests.

Uses & Benefits

Pterospermum sumatranum is used in traditional medicine for treating fever, inflammation, and skin diseases. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as an ingredient in perfumes.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Pterospermum sumatranum are white in color and have five petals. The seeds are small and black in color. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with two to three leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pterospermum sumatranum is a fast-growing, evergreen tree that can reach heights of up to 30 feet. It is native to tropical regions of India, Sri Lanka, and Southeast Asia. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is usually done by seed, which should be sown in spring or early summer. The seeds should be sown in a warm, sheltered spot and kept moist until germination occurs. The seedlings should be transplanted into individual containers when they reach a height of 6 inches.

Where to Find Pterospermum sumatranum

Pterospermum sumatranum is native to Indonesia and can be found in the tropical rainforests.

Pterospermum sumatranum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pterospermum sumatranum?

Pterospermum sumatranum

What is the common name of Pterospermum sumatranum?

Sumatran Pterospermum

What is the native range of Pterospermum sumatranum?

Asia

Species in the Pterospermum genus

Pterospermum obtusifolium, Pterospermum parvifolium, Pterospermum pecteniforme, Pterospermum reticulatum, Pterospermum rubiginosum, Pterospermum longipes, Pterospermum obliquum, Pterospermum megalanthum, Pterospermum megalocarpum, Pterospermum mucronatum, Pterospermum littorale, Pterospermum xylocarpum, Pterospermum subsessile, Pterospermum semisagittatum, Pterospermum stapfianum, Pterospermum subpeltatum, Pterospermum sumatranum, Pterospermum thorelii, Pterospermum subinaequale, Pterospermum fuscum, Pterospermum grande, Pterospermum grandiflorum, Pterospermum grewiifolium, Pterospermum elmeri, Pterospermum javanicum, Pterospermum harmandii, Pterospermum acerifolium, Pterospermum aceroides, Pterospermum angustifolium, Pterospermum argenteum, Pterospermum burmannianum, Pterospermum elongatum, Pterospermum celebicum, Pterospermum cinnamomeum, Pterospermum cumingii, Pterospermum diversifolium, Pterospermum mengii, Pterospermum suberifolium, Pterospermum heterophyllum, Pterospermum lanceifolium, Pterospermum proteus, Pterospermum kingtungense, Pterospermum truncatolobatum, Pterospermum yunnanense, Pterospermum niveum, Pterospermum menglunense,

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,