Status:
valid
Authors:
I.M.Turner
Source:
cmp
Year:
2009
Citation Micro:
Malayan Nat. J. 61: 267 (2009)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000746829
Common Names
- Polyalthia bromantha
- Broom Polyalthia
- Polyalthia
Description
Polyalthia bromantha (also called Bromantha Polyalthia, among many other common names) is an evergreen tree that can reach up to 15 meters in height. It is native to South America and is found in tropical and subtropical moist forests.
Uses & Benefits
Polyalthia bromantha is used in traditional medicine for treating skin diseases, as a diuretic, and as an antiseptic. It is also used as a source of timber and for making furniture.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Polyalthia bromantha has small, yellow flowers that are borne in clusters of two to three. The flowers are followed by small, round, black fruits that contain numerous seeds. The seedlings are small and have a single, long, slender leaf.
Cultivation and Propagation
Polyalthia bromantha is a perennial evergreen shrub that is propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soils. It is tolerant of drought and can be grown in a variety of climates.
Where to Find Polyalthia bromantha
Polyalthia bromantha is native to India and can be found in the Western Ghats.
Polyalthia bromantha FAQ
What is the scientific name of Polyalthia bromantha?
Polyalthia bromantha
What is the natural habitat of Polyalthia bromantha?
Dry sclerophyll forest and heathland
What are the common names of Polyalthia bromantha?
Broom Polyalthia
Species in the Polyalthia genus
Polyalthia gracilipes,
Polyalthia dumosa,
Polyalthia dictyoneura,
Polyalthia debilis,
Polyalthia elliptica,
Polyalthia corticosa,
Polyalthia elegans,
Polyalthia flagellaris,
Polyalthia evecta,
Polyalthia endertii,
Polyalthia bracteosa,
Polyalthia borneensis,
Polyalthia barenensis,
Polyalthia brunneifolia,
Polyalthia angustissima,
Polyalthia clemensiorum,
Polyalthia cinnamomea,
Polyalthia chrysotricha,
Polyalthia celebica,
Polyalthia cauliflora,
Polyalthia castanea,
Polyalthia bullata,
Polyalthia venosa,
Polyalthia hirtifolia,
Polyalthia insignis,
Polyalthia igniflora,
Polyalthia lateritia,
Polyalthia kanchanaburiana,
Polyalthia subcordata,
Polyalthia stenopetala,
Polyalthia socia,
Polyalthia sessiliflora,
Polyalthia spathulata,
Polyalthia tipuliflora,
Polyalthia parviflora,
Polyalthia oblonga,
Polyalthia obliqua,
Polyalthia rufescens,
Polyalthia praeflorens,
Polyalthia polyphlebia,
Polyalthia persicifolia,
Polyalthia pumila,
Polyalthia mindorensis,
Polyalthia motleyana,
Polyalthia moonii,
Polyalthia montis-silam,
Polyalthia minutiflora,
Polyalthia minima,
Polyalthia miniata,
Polyalthia microtus,
Species in the Annonaceae family
Afroguatteria bequaertii,
Afroguatteria globosa,
Afroguatteria discostigma,
Alphonsea boniana,
Alphonsea curtisii,
Alphonsea cylindrica,
Alphonsea elliptica,
Alphonsea gaudichaudiana,
Alphonsea hainanensis,
Alphonsea havilandii,
Alphonsea hortensis,
Alphonsea javanica,
Alphonsea johorensis,
Alphonsea keithii,
Alphonsea kinabaluensis,
Alphonsea kingii,
Alphonsea lucida,
Alphonsea lutea,
Alphonsea maingayi,
Alphonsea malayana,
Alphonsea mollis,
Alphonsea monogyna,
Alphonsea orthopetala,
Alphonsea ovata,
Alphonsea papuasica,
Alphonsea philastreana,
Alphonsea siamensis,
Alphonsea sonlaensis,
Alphonsea stenogyna,
Alphonsea tonquinensis,
Alphonsea tsangyanensis,
Alphonsea ventricosa,
Alphonsea zeylanica,
Alphonsea borneensis,
Alphonsea rugosa,
Alphonsea glandulosa,
Alphonsea pallida,
Alphonsea annulata,
Alphonsea isthmicola,
Alphonsea longicarpa,
Alphonsea phuwuaensis,
Ambavia capuronii,
Ambavia gerrardii,
Anaxagorea acuminata,
Anaxagorea allenii,
Anaxagorea angustifolia,
Anaxagorea borneensis,
Anaxagorea brachycarpa,
Anaxagorea brevipedicellata,
Anaxagorea brevipes,