Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
obovatum
ID:
263301

Status:
valid

Authors:
Engl.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1890

Citation Micro:
Bot. Jahrb. Syst. 12: 511 (1890)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000262633

Common Names

  • Obovatum Palaquium
  • Obovatum Wax Palm
  • Obovatum Yellow Palm

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Synonyms

  • Isonandra obovata Griff. [unknown]
  • Palaquium celebicum Burck [unknown]
  • Palaquium cupreum Burck [unknown]
  • Palaquium krantzianum Pierre ex Lecomte [unknown]
  • Palaquium minahassae Burck [unknown]
  • Palaquium obovatum King & Gamble [unknown]
  • Palaquium obovatum occidentale H.J.Lam [unknown]
  • Palaquium oxleyanum Burck [unknown]
  • Palaquium theoideum Elmer [unknown]
  • Bassia hypoleuca Miq. [unknown]
  • Bassia krantzii Hance [unknown]
  • Dichopsis obovata C.B.Clarke [unknown]

Description

Palaquium obovatum (also called Obovate Damar, among many other common names) is a species of plant in the Sapotaceae family. It is a small to medium-sized tree, growing up to 25 meters tall. It is native to Sulawesi, Indonesia, and is found in lowland rainforest habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Palaquium obovatum is used as a timber tree in the Philippines, and its wood is used for furniture, construction, and other purposes. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Palaquium obovatum var. obovatum
Palaquium obovatum var. orientale H.J.Lam

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Palaquium obovatum is white with a yellow center. Its seeds are small and round. The seedlings are small and thin.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Palaquium obovatum is a tropical tree native to Southeast Asia. It is a slow-growing species, but can reach heights of up to 20 m (65 ft). It prefers a warm, humid climate and is tolerant of light shade. Propagation is by seed, which should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil mix. Germination is slow and may take up to 6 months. Once established, the tree should be watered regularly and fertilized with a balanced fertilizer.

Where to Find Palaquium obovatum

Palaquium obovatum is native to Borneo. It can be found in lowland and hill dipterocarp forests.

Palaquium obovatum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Palaquium obovatum?

Palaquium obovatum

What is the common name of Palaquium obovatum?

Oval-leaved Palaquium

What is the habitat of Palaquium obovatum?

Palaquium obovatum is found in lowland and montane forests 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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-145781: Based on the initial data import
Adolf Engler (1844-1930): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Engl.' in the authors string.