Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
heterosepalum
ID:
263239

Status:
valid

Authors:
Merr.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1915

Citation Micro:
Philipp. J. Sci., C 10: 61 (1915)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000262571

Common Names

  • Palaquium heterosepalum
  • Heterosepalous Dammar
  • Heterosepalous White Dammar

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Synonyms

  • Palaquium cuneifolium Merr. [unknown]

Description

Palaquium heterosepalum (also called 'Borneo Nutmeg', among many other common names) is a species of plant in the family Sapotaceae. It is a large tree, reaching up to 40 meters in height. It is native to Borneo, Sumatra, and the Malay Peninsula, and is found in lowland and hill dipterocarp forests.

Uses & Benefits

Palaquium heterosepalum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. The leaves are used as fodder for livestock. The fruits are edible and have medicinal properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Palaquium heterosepalum is small, white and bell-shaped. The seed is round and black. The seedlings are small and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Palaquium heterosepalum is a tropical tree that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a warm, humid environment and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature branches and planted in a well-draining potting mix. The soil should be kept moist but not soggy. Both methods of propagation require bright, indirect light and temperatures between 70-90°F.

Where to Find Palaquium heterosepalum

Palaquium heterosepalum is native to Southeast Asia.

Palaquium heterosepalum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Palaquium heterosepalum?

Palaquium heterosepalum

What is the common name of Palaquium heterosepalum?

Heterosepalous soapnut

What is the habitat of Palaquium heterosepalum?

It is found in lowland rainforest in Southeast Asia.

Species in the Palaquium genus

Palaquium abundantiflorum, Palaquium amboinense, Palaquium annamense, Palaquium barnesii, Palaquium bataanense, Palaquium beccarianum, Palaquium bourdillonii, Palaquium brassii, Palaquium burckii, Palaquium calophyllum, Palaquium canaliculatum, Palaquium clarkeanum, Palaquium cochleariifolium, Palaquium confertum, Palaquium crassifolium, Palaquium cryptocariifolium, Palaquium cuprifolium, Palaquium dasyphyllum, Palaquium decurrens, Palaquium densivenium, Palaquium dubardii, Palaquium edenii, Palaquium elegans, Palaquium ellipticum, Palaquium elliptilimbum, Palaquium elongatum, Palaquium eriocalyx, Palaquium erythrospermum, Palaquium ferrugineum, Palaquium fidjiense, Palaquium firmum, Palaquium formosanum, Palaquium foxworthyi, Palaquium galactoxylum, Palaquium garrettii, Palaquium gigantifolium, Palaquium glabrifolium, Palaquium glabrum, Palaquium globosum, Palaquium grande, Palaquium gutta, Palaquium hansenii, Palaquium herveyi, Palaquium heterosepalum, Palaquium hexandrum, Palaquium hinmolpedda, Palaquium hispidum, Palaquium hornei, Palaquium impressionervium, Palaquium karrak,

Species in the Sapotaceae family

Afrosersalisia rwandensis, Amorphospermum antilogum, Argania spinosa, Aubregrinia taiensis, Aulandra beccarii, Aulandra cauliflora, Aulandra longifolia, Autranella congolensis, Baillonella toxisperma, Beccariella balansana, Beccariella crebrifolia, Beccariella lasiantha, Beccariella novocaledonica, Beccariella xerocarpa, Beccariella brownlessiana, Boerlagella spectabilis, Breviea sericea, Burckella banikiensis, Burckella erythrophylla, Burckella fijiensis, Burckella hillii, Burckella macropoda, Burckella magusum, Burckella obovata, Burckella parvifolia, Burckella polymera, Burckella poolei, Burckella richii, Burckella sorei, Burckella thurstonii, Capurodendron androyense, Capurodendron ankaranense, Capurodendron antongiliense, Capurodendron apollonioides, Capurodendron bakeri, Capurodendron costatum, Capurodendron delphinense, Capurodendron gracilifolium, Capurodendron greveanum, Capurodendron ludiifolium, Capurodendron madagascariense, Capurodendron mandrarense, Capurodendron microphyllum, Capurodendron nodosum, Capurodendron perrieri, Capurodendron pervillei, Capurodendron pseudoterminalia, Capurodendron rubrocostatum, Capurodendron rufescens, Capurodendron sakalavum,

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