Status:
valid
Authors:
Roxb.
Source:
cmp
Year:
1832
Citation Micro:
Fl. Ind. ed. 1832 , 3: 527 (1832)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000550522
Common Names
- Lanceleaf Breadfruit
- Lanceleaf Artocarpus
- Lanceleaf Jackfruit
Synonyms
- Saccus lanceifolius (Roxb.) Kuntze [unknown]
- Artocarpus clementis Merr. [unknown]
- Artocarpus lanceifolius clementis (Merr.) F.M.Jarrett [unknown]
- Artocarpus reticulatus W.Hunter [unknown]
Description
Artocarpus lanceifolius (also called Lance-leaved Breadfruit, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Moraceae. It is a large evergreen tree with a spreading crown and a short trunk. It is native to Southeast Asia, where it is found in tropical forests and other habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Artocarpus lanceifolius 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 lanceifolius is a yellowish-green, with a diameter of about 2 cm. The seed is a small, round, black seed. The seedlings are small, with green leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Artocarpus lanceifolius is a tropical tree native to Southeast Asia. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a moist, well-drained soil and kept in a warm, sunny location. Cuttings should be taken from young, healthy shoots and planted in a moist, well-drained soil.
Where to Find Artocarpus lanceifolius
Artocarpus lanceifolius can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of Southeast Asia, including India, Bangladesh, Sri Lanka, Myanmar, Thailand, and Vietnam.
Artocarpus lanceifolius FAQ
What is the scientific name of Artocarpus lanceifolius?
Artocarpus lanceifolius
What is the common name of Artocarpus lanceifolius?
Lance-leaved Artocarpus
What is the natural habitat of Artocarpus lanceifolius?
Dry deciduous 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,