Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Rosales
Family:
Species:
lowii
ID:
551198

Status:
valid

Authors:
King

Source:
cmp

Year:
1888

Citation Micro:
Fl. Brit. India 5: 542 (1888)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000550530

Common Names

  • Low's Breadfruit
  • Low's Artocarpus
  • Low's Jackfruit

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Synonyms

  • Saccus lowii (King) Kuntze [unknown]

Description

Artocarpus lowii (also called Low's 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 lowii 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 lowii 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.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Artocarpus lowii is a fast-growing, evergreen tree that can be grown in full sun or partial shade. It is best propagated from seed, which should be sown in a well-draining potting mix and kept in a warm, humid environment until germination. Once the seedlings have germinated, they can be transplanted into individual pots and grown on until they are ready for planting in the garden.

Where to Find Artocarpus lowii

Artocarpus lowii is native to the tropical rainforests of Southeast Asia, including India, Bangladesh, Sri Lanka, Myanmar, Thailand, and Vietnam.

Artocarpus lowii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Artocarpus lowii?

Artocarpus lowii

What is the common name of Artocarpus lowii?

Low's Artocarpus

What is the natural habitat of Artocarpus lowii?

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,

References