Status:
valid
Authors:
Kaneh. & Sasaki ex Shimada
Source:
wcs
Year:
1930
Citation Micro:
Cat. Governm. Herb. (Form.) : 312 (1930)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000288960
Common Names
- Putranjiva formosana
- Formosan Putranjiva
- Formosana Putranjiva
Synonyms
- Liodendron formosanum (Kaneh. & Sasaki ex Shimada) H.Keng [unknown]
- Drypetes formosana (Kaneh. & Sasaki ex Shimada) Kaneh. [unknown]
Description
Putranjiva formosana (also called Formosan Putranjiva, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Putranjivaceae family. It is native to Taiwan and grows in tropical and subtropical forests. It is a small tree with a single trunk and ovate leaves. It has a grey-brown trunk and green leaves.
Uses & Benefits
Putranjiva formosana is used for its timber, which is used to make furniture and flooring. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Putranjiva formosana are small, white, and bell-shaped. The seeds are small, round, and black. The seedlings are thin and have small, oval-shaped leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Putranjiva formosana can be propagated by seed or by cuttings. It prefers well-drained soil and full sun. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -5°C (23°F). It is not frost tolerant.
Where to Find Putranjiva formosana
Putranjiva formosana is native to Taiwan and can be found in tropical and subtropical rainforests.
Putranjiva formosana FAQ
What is the scientific name of Putranjiva formosana?
Putranjiva formosana
What is the common name of Putranjiva formosana?
Formosan Putranjiva
What is the natural habitat of Putranjiva formosana?
Dry, rocky hillsides and open woodlands
Species in the Putranjiva genus
Species in the Putranjivaceae family
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Drypetes aframensis,
Drypetes afzelii,
Drypetes alba,
Drypetes amazonica,
Drypetes ambigua,
Drypetes andamanica,
Drypetes angustifolia,
Drypetes arborescens,
Drypetes arcuatinervia,
Drypetes arguta,
Drypetes assamica,
Drypetes aubrevillei,
Drypetes australis,
Drypetes aylmeri,
Drypetes balakrishnanii,
Drypetes bathiei,
Drypetes bawanii,
Drypetes bhattacharyae,
Drypetes bipindensis,
Drypetes bisacuta,
Drypetes brownii,
Drypetes caesia,
Drypetes calvescens,
Drypetes calyptosepala,
Drypetes cambodica,
Drypetes capillipes,
Drypetes capuronii,
Drypetes carolinensis,
Drypetes castilloi,
Drypetes caustica,
Drypetes celastrinea,
Drypetes celebica,
Drypetes chevalieri,
Drypetes cinnabarina,
Drypetes cockburnii,
Drypetes comorensis,
Drypetes confertiflora,
Drypetes congestiflora,
Drypetes convoluta,
Drypetes crassipes,
Drypetes cumingii,
Drypetes curtisii,
Drypetes darcyana,
Drypetes darimontiana,
Drypetes dasycarpa,