Status:
valid
Authors:
King ex Gage
Source:
wcs
Year:
1922
Citation Micro:
Rec. Bot. Surv. India 9: 228 (1922)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000249459
Common Names
- Aporosa prainiana
- Prain's Aporosa
- Prain's Tree
Description
Aporosa prainiana (also called 'Prain's Aporosa', among many other common names) is a small tree that grows up to 10 meters tall. It is native to Southeast Asia, from India to Indonesia. It typically grows in tropical and subtropical rainforests.
Uses & Benefits
Aporosa prainiana is used as an ornamental plant and is also used as a source of timber for construction and furniture making.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Aporosa prainiana has small, yellow flowers, and its seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Aporosa prainiana is a shrub native to India. It is easy to cultivate and propagate. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is done through cuttings, which should be taken from semi-ripe wood and rooted in a mix of peat and sand.
Where to Find Aporosa prainiana
Aporosa prainiana can be found in tropical Africa, from Senegal to Ethiopia and south to Angola and Mozambique.
Aporosa prainiana FAQ
What is the scientific name of Aporosa prainiana?
Aporosa prainiana
What is the common name of Aporosa prainiana?
Prain's Aporosa
What is the natural habitat of Aporosa prainiana?
Tropical rainforests of Central and South America
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