Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Rosales
Family:
Species:
odoratissimus
ID:
551224

Status:
valid

Authors:
Blanco

Source:
cmp

Year:
1837

Citation Micro:
Fl. Filip. : 671 (1837)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000550556

Common Names

  • Artocarpus odoratissimus
  • Fragrant Breadfruit
  • Fragrant Jackfruit

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Synonyms

  • Artocarpus mutabilis Becc. [unknown]
  • Artocarpus tarap Becc. [unknown]

Description

Artocarpus odoratissimus (also called Fragrant Artocarpus, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Moraceae. It is a large tree with large, heart-shaped leaves and yellowish-green flowers. It is native to tropical Asia and is found in lowland forests and thickets.

Uses & Benefits

Artocarpus odoratissimus is used as an ornamental plant and for its timber. The timber is used to make furniture and other wood products. The leaves are used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Artocarpus odoratissimus 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 odoratissimus is a tropical tree that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers rich, moist soil and full sun. It is tolerant of drought and salt spray. For best results, water regularly and fertilize every few months.

Where to Find Artocarpus odoratissimus

Artocarpus odoratissimus is native to tropical regions of Southeast Asia, including India, Bangladesh, Sri Lanka, Myanmar, Thailand, and Vietnam.

Artocarpus odoratissimus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Artocarpus odoratissimus?

Artocarpus odoratissimus

What is the common name of Artocarpus odoratissimus?

Fragrant Breadfruit

What is the natural habitat of Artocarpus odoratissimus?

Tropical 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,

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