Status:
valid
Authors:
Merr.
Source:
cmp
Year:
1923
Citation Micro:
Enum. Philipp. Fl. Pl. 2: 40 (1923)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000550440
Common Names
- Artocarpus blancoi
- Blanco's Artocarpus
- Blanco's Breadfruit
Synonyms
- Artocarpus communis blancoi Elmer [unknown]
Description
Artocarpus blancoi (also called Blanco's 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 blancoi 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 blancoi 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.
Cultivation and Propagation
Artocarpus blancoi 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 blancoi
Artocarpus blancoi can be found in the tropical forests of Southeast Asia.
Artocarpus blancoi FAQ
What is the scientific name of Artocarpus blancoi?
Artocarpus blancoi
What is the common name of Artocarpus blancoi?
Blancoi
What is the natural habitat of Artocarpus blancoi?
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,