Status:
valid
Authors:
Engl.
Source:
cmp
Year:
1899
Citation Micro:
Bot. Jahrb. Syst. 26: 410 (1899)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000356991
Common Names
- Kolobopetalum auriculatum
- Auriculatum Kolobopetalum
- Kolobopetalum
Synonyms
- Kolobopetalum salmonicolor Exell [unknown]
- Kolobopetalum veilchianum Diels [unknown]
- Kolobopetalum exauriculatum H.J.P.Winkl. [unknown]
- Kolobopetalum veitchianum Diels [unknown]
Description
Kolobopetalum auriculatum (also called Ear-shaped Kolobopetalum, among many other common names) is a species of plant in the family Annonaceae. It is a shrub or small tree up to 5 m tall, with a trunk diameter of up to 10 cm. It is native to the Philippines, where it is known from Mindanao, Negros, and Palawan. It is found in primary and secondary forests, at elevations of up to 1,500 m.
Uses & Benefits
Kolobopetalum auriculatum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a cut flower. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments such as fever, headaches, and stomachaches.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Kolobopetalum auriculatum has small, white flowers with yellow anthers. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Kolobopetalum auriculatum is a fast-growing, evergreen shrub that can reach up to 3 m (10 ft) in height. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is usually done by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a moist medium such as sand or peat moss and kept at a temperature of 25-30°C (77-86°F). Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood and rooted in a moist medium such as sand or peat moss.
Where to Find Kolobopetalum auriculatum
Kolobopetalum auriculatum is native to the tropical forests of Southeast Asia.
Kolobopetalum auriculatum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Kolobopetalum auriculatum?
Kolobopetalum auriculatum
What is the common name of Kolobopetalum auriculatum?
Ear-shaped Kolobopetalum
What is the natural habitat of Kolobopetalum auriculatum?
Tropical rainforests of Southeast Asia
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