Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Rosales
Family:
Species:
altilis
ID:
551093

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Parkinson) Fosberg

Source:
cmp

Year:
1941

Citation Micro:
J. Washington Acad. Sci. 31: 95 (1941)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000550425

Common Names

  • Artocarpus altilis
  • High Artocarpus
  • High Breadfruit

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Synonyms

  • Saccus communis (J.R.Forst. & G.Forst.) Kuntze [unknown]
  • Saccus laevis (Hassk.) Kuntze [unknown]
  • Sitodium altile Parkinson [unknown]
  • Artocarpus altilis non-seminiferus (Duss) Fournet [unknown]
  • Artocarpus altilis seminiferus (Duss) Fournet [unknown]
  • Artocarpus communis J.R.Forst. & G.Forst. [unknown]
  • Artocarpus incisifolius Stokes [unknown]
  • Artocarpus incisus (Thunb.) L.f. [unknown]
  • Artocarpus incisus non-seminiferus Duss [unknown]
  • Artocarpus incisus seminiferus Duss [unknown]
  • Artocarpus laevis Hassk. [unknown]
  • Artocarpus papuanus Diels [unknown]
  • Artocarpus rima Blanco [unknown]
  • Radermachia incisa Thunb. [unknown]

Description

Artocarpus altilis (also called Breadfruit, among many other common names) is a tropical tree native to Southeast Asia. It has a short, thick trunk and large, heart-shaped leaves. It grows in humid, tropical forests, often near rivers and streams.

Uses & Benefits

Artocarpus altilis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and as a medicinal plant for treating skin diseases, rheumatism, and fever.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Artocarpus altilis is a small, white, star-shaped flower with yellow anthers. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, with a single, oval-shaped leaf and a single root.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Artocarpus altilis is a tropical plant native to Southeast Asia. It is an evergreen tree with large, leathery leaves and small, yellow flowers. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a warm, moist environment and kept in partial shade. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood stems and rooted in a moist, well-draining medium. The plant prefers moist, well-draining soil and partial shade.

Where to Find Artocarpus altilis

Artocarpus altilis can be found in the tropical forests of Southeast Asia.

Artocarpus altilis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Artocarpus altilis?

Artocarpus altilis

What is the common name of Artocarpus altilis?

Altilis

What is the natural habitat of Artocarpus altilis?

Dry forests and scrublands

Species in the Artocarpus genus

Artocarpus albobrunneus, Artocarpus altilis, Artocarpus altissimus, Artocarpus anisophyllus, Artocarpus annulatus, Artocarpus avatifolius, Artocarpus blancoi, Artocarpus brevipedunculatus, Artocarpus camansi, Artocarpus chama, Artocarpus corneri, Artocarpus elasticus, Artocarpus excelsus, Artocarpus fulvicortex, Artocarpus glaucus, Artocarpus gomezianus, Artocarpus gongshanensis, Artocarpus heterophyllus, Artocarpus hirsutus, Artocarpus hispidus, Artocarpus horridus, Artocarpus hypargyreus, Artocarpus integer, Artocarpus jarrettiae, Artocarpus kemando, Artocarpus lacucha, Artocarpus lanceifolius, Artocarpus longifolius, Artocarpus lowii, Artocarpus mariannensis, Artocarpus multifidus, Artocarpus nanchuanensis, Artocarpus nigrifolius, Artocarpus nitidus, Artocarpus nobilis, Artocarpus obtusus, Artocarpus odoratissimus, Artocarpus palembanicus, Artocarpus petelotii, Artocarpus pinnatisectus, Artocarpus pithecogallus, Artocarpus primackii, Artocarpus reticulatus, Artocarpus rigidus, Artocarpus rubrovenia, Artocarpus sarawakensis, Artocarpus scortechinii, Artocarpus sepicanus, Artocarpus sericicarpus, Artocarpus styracifolius,

Species in the Moraceae family

Allaeanthus greveanus, Allaeanthus kurzii, Allaeanthus luzonicus, Allaeanthus zeylanicus, Antiaris toxicaria, Antiaropsis decipiens, Antiaropsis uniflora, Artocarpus albobrunneus, Artocarpus altilis, Artocarpus altissimus, Artocarpus anisophyllus, Artocarpus annulatus, Artocarpus avatifolius, Artocarpus blancoi, Artocarpus brevipedunculatus, Artocarpus camansi, Artocarpus chama, Artocarpus corneri, Artocarpus elasticus, Artocarpus excelsus, Artocarpus fulvicortex, Artocarpus glaucus, Artocarpus gomezianus, Artocarpus gongshanensis, Artocarpus heterophyllus, Artocarpus hirsutus, Artocarpus hispidus, Artocarpus horridus, Artocarpus hypargyreus, Artocarpus integer, Artocarpus jarrettiae, Artocarpus kemando, Artocarpus lacucha, Artocarpus lanceifolius, Artocarpus longifolius, Artocarpus lowii, Artocarpus mariannensis, Artocarpus multifidus, Artocarpus nanchuanensis, Artocarpus nigrifolius, Artocarpus nitidus, Artocarpus nobilis, Artocarpus obtusus, Artocarpus odoratissimus, Artocarpus palembanicus, Artocarpus petelotii, Artocarpus pinnatisectus, Artocarpus pithecogallus, Artocarpus primackii, Artocarpus reticulatus,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2653919: Based on the initial data import
Francis Raymond Fosberg (1908-1993): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Fosberg' in the authors string.
Sydney Parkinson (1745-1771): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Parkinson' in the authors string.