Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Genus:
Species:
tonkinense
ID:
240107

Status:
valid

Authors:
Gagnep.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1923

Citation Micro:
Bull. Soc. Bot. France 70: 124 (1923)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000239439

Common Names

  • Antidesma tonkinense
  • Tonkin Antidesma
  • Tonkin Antidesma Plant

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Description

Antidesma tonkinense (also called Tonkin's Bead-tree, among many other common names) is a small shrub or tree, typically growing to a height of 2-7 m (6-23 ft). It is native to Southeast Asia, where it is found in open forest and woodland in Thailand, Vietnam, Laos and Cambodia. It prefers moist, well-drained soils in a sunny position.

Uses & Benefits

Antidesma tonkinense is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It can also be used for firewood and as a source of essential oils.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Antidesma tonkinense are white, with a yellow centre, and are arranged in globular heads. The seeds are small and brown, and the seedlings have narrow, pointed leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Antidesma tonkinense is an evergreen shrub that grows to a height of 3-6 feet. It has small, white, fragrant flowers and gray-green foliage. It is native to Australia and is hardy in USDA zones 9-11. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is done by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring in a well-draining potting mix. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and rooted in a moist medium.

Where to Find Antidesma tonkinense

Antidesma tonkinense is native to tropical Asia, from India to China, and south to Indonesia and the Philippines.

Antidesma tonkinense FAQ

What is the scientific name of Antidesma tonkinense?

Antidesma tonkinense

What is the common name of Antidesma tonkinense?

Tonkin Bead Tree

What type of plant is Antidesma tonkinense?

Evergreen shrub

Species in the Antidesma genus

Antidesma acidum, Antidesma alexiteria, Antidesma ambiguum, Antidesma annamense, Antidesma baccatum, Antidesma brachybotrys, Antidesma brevipes, Antidesma bunius, Antidesma catanduanense, Antidesma celebicum, Antidesma chalaranthum, Antidesma chonmon, Antidesma cochinchinense, Antidesma comptum, Antidesma concinnum, Antidesma contractum, Antidesma coriaceum, Antidesma costulatum, Antidesma cruciforme, Antidesma curranii, Antidesma cuspidatum, Antidesma dallachyanum, Antidesma digitaliforme, Antidesma eberhardtii, Antidesma edule, Antidesma elassophyllum, Antidesma elbertii, Antidesma erostre, Antidesma excavatum, Antidesma ferrugineum, Antidesma fleuryi, Antidesma forbesii, Antidesma fordii, Antidesma fruticosum, Antidesma fruticulosum, Antidesma ghaesembilla, Antidesma gillespieanum, Antidesma hainanense, Antidesma helferi, Antidesma heterophyllum, Antidesma japonicum, Antidesma jucundum, Antidesma kapuae, Antidesma khasianum, Antidesma kunstleri, Antidesma laciniatum, Antidesma laurifolium, Antidesma leucocladon, Antidesma leucopodum, Antidesma macgregorii,

Species in the Phyllanthaceae family

Actephila alanbakeri, Actephila saccata, Actephila albidula, Actephila anthelminthica, Actephila aurantiaca, Actephila collinsiae, Actephila daii, Actephila dolichopoda, Actephila excelsa, Actephila foetida, Actephila grandifolia, Actephila latifolia, Actephila lindleyi, Actephila longipedicellata, Actephila macrantha, Actephila mearsii, Actephila merrilliana, Actephila mooreana, Actephila nitidula, Actephila ovalis, Actephila petiolaris, Actephila pierrei, Actephila platysepala, Actephila puberula, Actephila sessilifolia, Actephila subsessilis, Actephila trichogyna, Actephila bella, Actephila championiae, Actephila flavescens, Actephila plicata, Actephila traceyi, Actephila venusta, Actephila vernicosa, Actephila forsteri, Amanoa almerindae, Amanoa anomala, Amanoa bracteosa, Amanoa caribaea, Amanoa congesta, Amanoa cupatensis, Amanoa glaucophylla, Amanoa gracillima, Amanoa guianensis, Amanoa muricata, Amanoa nanayensis, Amanoa neglecta, Amanoa oblongifolia, Amanoa sinuosa, Amanoa steyermarkii,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-12352: Based on the initial data import
François Gagnepain (1866-1952): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Gagnep.' in the authors string.