Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malvales
Genus:
Species:
urdanetensis
ID:
541767

Status:
valid

Authors:
Hallier f.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1922

Citation Micro:
Meded. Rijks-Herb. 44: 16 (1922)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000541099

Common Names

  • Urdanetensis Aquilaria
  • Urdanetensis's Aquilaria
  • Aquilaria Urdanetensis

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Synonyms

  • Gyrinopsis urdanetensis Elmer [unknown]
  • Gyrinopsis urdanetense Elmer [deprecated]

Description

Aquilaria urdanetensis (also called Urdaneta agarwood, among many other common names) is a species of evergreen tree native to the southeastern China, Taiwan, and Vietnam. It grows in moist, shady, and low-lying areas, and prefers a humid climate.

Uses & Benefits

Aquilaria urdanetensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes due to its attractive foliage and flowers. It is also used for erosion control and as a soil stabilizer.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Aquilaria urdanetensis are small, white and fragrant. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are dark green and have a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Aquilaria urdanetensis 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 urdanetensis

Aquilaria urdanetensis is native to Colombia and can be found in the departments of Santander and Norte de Santander.

Aquilaria urdanetensis FAQ

What are the common names of Aquilaria urdanetensis?

Agarwood, Eaglewood, Gaharu, Aloewood, Jinko, and Chénxiāng

What is the natural habitat of Aquilaria urdanetensis?

Tropical and subtropical evergreen forests in Southeast Asia

What is the average height of Aquilaria urdanetensis?

It can grow up to 15-20 meters in height

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