Perrierodendron boinense - Uses, Benefits & Care
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malvales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
boinense
ID:
628069
Status:
valid
Authors:
(H.Perrier) Cavaco
Source:
iplants
Year:
1951
Citation Micro:
Bull. Mus. Natl. Hist. Nat. , sér. 2, 23: 138 (1951)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000627401
Common Names
- Perrierodendron boinense
- Boinense Perrierodendron
- Boinense
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- Eremolaena boinensis H.Perrier [valid]
Description
Perrierodendron boinense (also called Boin Perrierodendron, among many other common names) is an evergreen tree that grows up to 15 m tall. It has large, leathery leaves and small white flowers. It is native to Madagascar and grows in moist, tropical forests.
Uses & Benefits
Perrierodendron boinense is used as a shade tree and for its ornamental value. It is also used in landscaping and as a windbreak.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Perrierodendron boinense has small white flowers with yellow anthers. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Perrierodendron boinense is a shrub native to Madagascar. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Sow the seeds in a well-drained soil and keep them moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from the tips of the branches and rooted in a moist soil mix.
Where to Find Perrierodendron boinense
Perrierodendron boinense is native to Madagascar and can be found in dry deciduous forests and woodlands.
Perrierodendron boinense FAQ
What type of plant is Perrierodendron boinense?
Perrierodendron boinense is a species of flowering plant in the family Sapotaceae.
Where is Perrierodendron boinense found?
Perrierodendron boinense is found in Madagascar.
What are the characteristics of Perrierodendron boinense?
Perrierodendron boinense is a small tree with white flowers.
Species in the Perrierodendron genus
Species in the Sarcolaenaceae family
Eremolaena darainensis, Eremolaena humblotiana, Eremolaena rotundifolia, Leptolaena abrahamii, Leptolaena arenaria, Leptolaena cuspidata, Leptolaena delphinensis, Leptolaena gautieri, Leptolaena masoalensis, Leptolaena multiflora, Leptolaena pauciflora, Leptolaena raymondii, Mediusella bernieri, Pentachlaena betamponensis, Pentachlaena latifolia, Pentachlaena orientalis, Pentachlaena vestita, Perrierodendron boinense, Perrierodendron capuronii, Perrierodendron occidentale, Perrierodendron quartzitorum, Perrierodendron rodoense, Rhodolaena acutifolia, Rhodolaena altivola, Rhodolaena bakeriana, Rhodolaena coriacea, Rhodolaena humblotii, Rhodolaena leroyana, Rhodolaena macrocarpa, Sarcolaena codonochlamys, Sarcolaena delphinensis, Sarcolaena eriophora, Sarcolaena grandiflora, Sarcolaena humbertiana, Sarcolaena isaloensis, Sarcolaena multiflora, Sarcolaena oblongifolia, Schizolaena capuronii, Schizolaena cauliflora, Schizolaena cavacoana, Schizolaena charlotteae, Schizolaena elongata, Schizolaena exinvolucrata, Schizolaena gereaui, Schizolaena hystrix, Schizolaena isaloensis, Schizolaena manomboensis, Schizolaena masoalensis, Schizolaena microphylla, Schizolaena milleri,
References
Joseph Marie Henry Alfred Perrier de la Bâthie (1873-1958): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.Perrier' in the authors string.
Alberto Judice Leote Cavaco (1915-2001): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Cavaco' in the authors string.