Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malvales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
insularis
ID:
492302

Status:
valid

Authors:
R.Br.

Source:
ksu

Year:
1844

Citation Micro:
Pterocymbium : 232 (1844)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000491634

Common Names

  • Sterculia insularis
  • Insularis
  • Insularis Sterculia

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Synonyms

  • Sterculia longituba Adelb. [unknown]

Description

Sterculia insularis (also called Island Sterculia, among many other common names) is a tree that is native to Thailand, Cambodia, and Vietnam. It has yellow flowers and grows in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests.

Uses & Benefits

Sterculia insularis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens, as a hedge plant, and as a windbreak. It is also used as a medicinal plant and as a source of timber.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Sterculia insularis are yellowish-green, with four petals and a long, curved style. The seeds are small, black and round, and the seedlings have a single, oval-shaped cotyledon.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Sterculia insularis is a fast-growing, deciduous tree that can reach up to 25m in height. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and full sun to partial shade. Propagation is best done from seed sown in spring or summer. Seeds should be sown in a moist, well-draining medium and kept at a temperature of 18-21°C.

Where to Find Sterculia insularis

Sterculia insularis can be found in tropical regions of Asia, Africa, and the Pacific Islands.

Sterculia insularis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Sterculia insularis?

Sterculia insularis

What is the family of Sterculia insularis?

Sterculiaceae

What are the common names of Sterculia insularis?

Island Chestnut, Island Sterculia

Species in the Sterculia genus

Sterculia edelfeltii, Sterculia ellipticifolia, Sterculia elmeri, Sterculia fanaiho, Sterculia foetida, Sterculia forsteri, Sterculia chlamydothyrsa, Sterculia carrii, Sterculia chrysodasys, Sterculia cinerea, Sterculia hewittii, Sterculia harmandii, Sterculia hypochroa, Sterculia hyposticta, Sterculia insularis, Sterculia gilva, Sterculia gracilipes, Sterculia guttata, Sterculia aberrans, Sterculia backeri, Sterculia balanghas, Sterculia banksiana, Sterculia blumei, Sterculia bracteata, Sterculia campaniflora, Sterculia acuminatissima, Sterculia africana, Sterculia apetala, Sterculia arabica, Sterculia ampla, Sterculia pojoira, Sterculia peekelii, Sterculia perryae, Sterculia pruriens, Sterculia ponapensis, Sterculia oblonga, Sterculia palauensis, Sterculia oblongata, Sterculia papuana, Sterculia parkinsonii, Sterculia pseudopeltata, Sterculia rhinopetala, Sterculia rhoidifolia, Sterculia rhynchocarpa, Sterculia rhynchophylla, Sterculia ripicola, Sterculia rubiginosa, Sterculia rugosa, Sterculia sangirensis, Sterculia quadrifida,

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,