Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ranunculales
Species:
papuana
ID:
525627

Status:
valid

Authors:
Becc.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1877

Citation Micro:
Malesia 1: 162 (1877)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000524959

Common Names

  • Albertisia
  • Papuana
  • Papuan Albertisia

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Synonyms

  • Albertisia papuana bancana Boerl. [unknown]
  • Albertisia papuana buruensis Boerl. [unknown]

Description

Albertisia papuana (also called Papuan Albertisia, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Annonaceae. It is a small tree that grows up to 10 meters tall. It is native to the tropical rainforests of New Guinea. Its habitats include tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests.

Uses & Benefits

Albertisia papuana is used for its timber, which is used in construction and furniture making. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Flower: Albertisia papuana has small white flowers. Seeds: The seeds are small, black and round. Seedlings: The seedlings are small and have a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Albertisia papuana is a fast-growing, deciduous, twining vine that can reach up to 30 feet in length. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring in a cold frame and cuttings should be taken in summer and rooted in a cold frame. The plant prefers full sun to partial shade and moist, well-drained soil.

Where to Find Albertisia papuana

Albertisia papuana is native to tropical Africa and can be found in moist forests and grasslands.

Albertisia papuana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Albertisia papuana?

Albertisia papuana

What is the common name of Albertisia papuana?

Papuana

What type of plant is Albertisia papuana?

Evergreen shrub

Species in the Menispermaceae family

Abuta acutifolia, Abuta antioquiana, Abuta aristeguietae, Abuta barbata, Abuta brevifolia, Abuta bullata, Abuta candollei, Abuta chiapasensis, Abuta chocoensis, Abuta colombiana, Abuta dwyeriana, Abuta fluminum, Abuta grandifolia, Abuta grisebachii, Abuta imene, Abuta longa, Abuta mycetandra, Abuta obovata, Abuta pahni, Abuta panamensis, Abuta panurensis, Abuta platyphylla, Abuta racemosa, Abuta rufescens, Abuta sandwithiana, Abuta seemannii, Abuta selloana, Abuta solimoesensis, Abuta soukupii, Abuta spicata, Abuta steyermarkii, Abuta vaupesensis, Abuta velutina, Albertisia apiculata, Albertisia capituliflora, Albertisia cordifolia, Albertisia crassa, Albertisia cuneata, Albertisia delagoensis, Albertisia exelliana, Albertisia ferruginea, Albertisia glabra, Albertisia laurifolia, Albertisia mangenotii, Albertisia mecistophylla, Albertisia megacarpa, Albertisia papuana, Albertisia porcata, Albertisia puberula, Albertisia scandens,

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