Aquilaria banaense - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malvales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
banaense
ID:
541730
Status:
valid
Authors:
P.H.Hô
Source:
cmp
Year:
1986
Citation Micro:
Bull. Mus. Natl. Hist. Nat., B, Adansonia 8: 241 (1986)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000541062
Common Names
- Banaense Aquilaria
- Banaense's Aquilaria
- Aquilaria Banaense
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Aquilaria banaense (also called Bana Agarwood, among many other common names) is a large, evergreen tree native to tropical Asia. It has leathery leaves and small, yellowish-green flowers. It grows in moist forests and on mountain slopes.
Uses & Benefits
Aquilaria banaense has been used in traditional medicine for treating fever, headaches, and stomach aches. It is also used as a dye for fabrics and as a natural insect repellent.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Aquilaria banaense are small and white. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and thin, with narrow, pointed leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Aquilaria banaense is a deciduous tree that grows in full sun to partial shade. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and is tolerant of drought. Propagation is by seed or cuttings.
Where to Find Aquilaria banaense
Aquilaria banaense can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of Southeast Asia.
Aquilaria banaense FAQ
What is the scientific name of Aquilaria banaense?
Aquilaria banaense
What is the common name of Aquilaria banaense?
Banaense
What is the natural habitat of Aquilaria banaense?
Tropical rainforests of Southeast Asia
Species in the Aquilaria genus
Aquilaria apiculata, Aquilaria baillonii, Aquilaria banaense, Aquilaria beccariana, Aquilaria brachyantha, Aquilaria citrinicarpa, Aquilaria crassna, Aquilaria cumingiana, Aquilaria decemcostata, Aquilaria filaria, Aquilaria hirta, Aquilaria khasiana, Aquilaria microcarpa, Aquilaria parvifolia, Aquilaria rostrata, Aquilaria rugosa, Aquilaria sinensis, Aquilaria subintegra, Aquilaria urdanetensis, Aquilaria yunnanensis, Aquilaria malaccensis, Aquilaria banaensis,
Species in the Thymelaeaceae family
Aetoxylon sympetalum, Amyxa pluricornis, Aquilaria apiculata, Aquilaria baillonii, Aquilaria banaense, Aquilaria beccariana, Aquilaria brachyantha, Aquilaria citrinicarpa, Aquilaria crassna, Aquilaria cumingiana, Aquilaria decemcostata, Aquilaria filaria, Aquilaria hirta, Aquilaria khasiana, Aquilaria microcarpa, Aquilaria parvifolia, Aquilaria rostrata, Aquilaria rugosa, Aquilaria sinensis, Aquilaria subintegra, Aquilaria urdanetensis, Aquilaria yunnanensis, Aquilaria malaccensis, Aquilaria banaensis, Arnhemia cryptantha, Atemnosiphon coriaceus, Craterosiphon beniensis, Craterosiphon devredii, Craterosiphon louisii, Craterosiphon micranthum, Craterosiphon montanus, Craterosiphon pseudoscandens, Craterosiphon quarrei, Craterosiphon scandens, Craterosiphon schmitzii, Craterosiphon soyauxii, Craterosiphon beniense, Dais cotinifolia, Dais glaucescens, Daphne wolongensis, Daphne hekouensis, Daphne acutiloba, Daphne alpina, Daphne altaica, Daphne arbuscula, Daphne arisanensis, Daphne aurantiaca, Daphne axillaris, Daphne bholua, Daphne blagayana,