Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malvales
Genus:
Species:
decemcostata
ID:
541742

Status:
valid

Authors:
Hallier f.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1922

Citation Micro:
Meded. Rijks-Herb. 44: 17 (1922)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000541074

Common Names

  • Decemcostata Aquilaria
  • Decemcostata's Aquilaria
  • Aquilaria Decemcostata

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Description

Aquilaria decemcostata (also called Ten-Ribbed Agarwood, among many other common names) is a medium-sized evergreen tree with leathery leaves and fragrant wood. It is native to Southeast Asia and grows in lowland and montane forests.

Uses & Benefits

Aquilaria decemcostata 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 flower of Aquilaria decemcostata is small, white, and has four petals. The seed is a small, black, four-angled nutlet. The seedlings have two long, narrow leaves and a short stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Aquilaria decemcostata is a tropical evergreen tree that grows best in full sun to partial shade. It prefers a moist, well-drained soil and can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It can also be propagated from air layering.

Where to Find Aquilaria decemcostata

Aquilaria decemcostata can be found in the Himalayas, from India to China.

Aquilaria decemcostata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Aquilaria decemcostata?

Aquilaria decemcostata

What is the common name of Aquilaria decemcostata?

Ten-ribbed agarwood

What is the natural habitat of Aquilaria decemcostata?

It is native to India, Bangladesh, Myanmar, Thailand, Laos, Cambodia, Vietnam, and southern China

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,

References