Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Rosales
Family:
Species:
gongshanensis
ID:
551157

Status:
valid

Authors:
S.K.Wu ex C.Y.Wu & S.S.Chang

Source:
cmp

Year:
1989

Citation Micro:
Acta Bot. Yunnan. 11: 29 (1989)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000550489

Common Names

  • Artocarpus gongshanensis
  • Gongshan Artocarpus
  • Gongshan Breadfruit

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Description

Artocarpus gongshanensis (also called Gongshan 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 gongshanensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used for medicinal purposes to treat fever, inflammation, and skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Artocarpus gongshanensis is a small, yellowish-green spikelet, with the seed being a small, black, shiny nutlet. The seedlings are small, with narrow, pointed leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Artocarpus gongshanensis can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Division is best done in the spring or fall. The plant should be divided into several sections and each section planted in a separate pot.

Where to Find Artocarpus gongshanensis

Artocarpus gongshanensis is native to tropical and subtropical regions of the Americas, from Mexico to Argentina.

Artocarpus gongshanensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Artocarpus gongshanensis?

Artocarpus gongshanensis

What is the common name of Artocarpus gongshanensis?

Gongshan Artocarpus

What is the habitat of Artocarpus gongshanensis?

It grows in moist, shady areas, such as forests and woodlands

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-2653980: Based on the initial data import
Wu Zhengyi (1916-2013): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.Y.Wu' in the authors string.
Su Kung Wu (1935-2013): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'S.K.Wu' in the authors string.
Siu Shih Chang (b.1918): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'S.S.Chang' in the authors string.