Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Genus:
Species:
lanceolata
ID:
305505

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Miq.) Müll.Arg.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1866

Citation Micro:
Prodr. 15(2): 457 (1866)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000304837

Common Names

  • Lanceolate Baccaurea
  • Lanceolate Hairstreak
  • Lanceolate Hair-streak

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Synonyms

  • Pierardia pyrrhodasya Miq. [unknown]
  • Baccaurea glabriflora Pax & K.Hoffm. [unknown]
  • Baccaurea pyrrhodasya (Miq.) Müll.Arg. [unknown]
  • Adenocrepis lanceolata (Miq.) Müll.Arg. [unknown]
  • Hedycarpus lanceolatus Miq. [unknown]

Description

Baccaurea lanceolata (also called Lance-leaved Baccaurea, among many other common names) is a small shrub with lance-shaped leaves and yellow flowers. It is native to Southeast Asia and grows in tropical forests.

Uses & Benefits

Baccaurea lanceolata has been used in traditional medicine for treating fever, headaches, and stomach ailments. It has also been used as a dye for fabrics and as a natural insect repellent.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Baccaurea lanceolata 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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Cultivation and Propagation

Baccaurea lanceolata is a perennial herb that is native to the tropical regions of Asia. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. The plant prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures as low as -10°C (14°F). It should be watered regularly during the growing season, but not over-watered. Pruning is not necessary, but can be done to maintain a neat appearance. Fertilizer should be applied in the spring and summer months.

Where to Find Baccaurea lanceolata

Baccaurea lanceolata can be found in tropical forests in Southeast Asia, including Malaysia, Thailand, and Indonesia.

Baccaurea lanceolata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Baccaurea lanceolata?

Baccaurea lanceolata

What type of plant is Baccaurea lanceolata?

It is a species of tree

Where is Baccaurea lanceolata found?

It is found in India, Nepal, Bhutan, and China

Species in the Baccaurea genus

Baccaurea airyshawii, Baccaurea angulata, Baccaurea annamensis, Baccaurea bakeri, Baccaurea bracteata, Baccaurea brevipes, Baccaurea carinata, Baccaurea celebica, Baccaurea costulata, Baccaurea courtallensis, Baccaurea dasystachya, Baccaurea deflexa, Baccaurea dolichobotrys, Baccaurea dulcis, Baccaurea edulis, Baccaurea henii, Baccaurea javanica, Baccaurea lanceolata, Baccaurea macrocarpa, Baccaurea macrophylla, Baccaurea maingayi, Baccaurea malayana, Baccaurea microcarpa, Baccaurea minor, Baccaurea mollis, Baccaurea motleyana, Baccaurea multiflora, Baccaurea nanihua, Baccaurea nesophila, Baccaurea odoratissima, Baccaurea papuana, Baccaurea parviflora, Baccaurea philippinensis, Baccaurea polyneura, Baccaurea ptychopyxis, Baccaurea pubera, Baccaurea purpurea, Baccaurea pyriformis, Baccaurea racemosa, Baccaurea ramiflora, Baccaurea reniformis, Baccaurea reticulata, Baccaurea sarawakensis, Baccaurea seemannii, Baccaurea simaloerensis, Baccaurea sumatrana, Baccaurea sylvestris, Baccaurea taitensis, Baccaurea tetrandra, Baccaurea trigonocarpa,

Species in the Phyllanthaceae family

Actephila alanbakeri, Actephila saccata, Actephila albidula, Actephila anthelminthica, Actephila aurantiaca, Actephila collinsiae, Actephila daii, Actephila dolichopoda, Actephila excelsa, Actephila foetida, Actephila grandifolia, Actephila latifolia, Actephila lindleyi, Actephila longipedicellata, Actephila macrantha, Actephila mearsii, Actephila merrilliana, Actephila mooreana, Actephila nitidula, Actephila ovalis, Actephila petiolaris, Actephila pierrei, Actephila platysepala, Actephila puberula, Actephila sessilifolia, Actephila subsessilis, Actephila trichogyna, Actephila bella, Actephila championiae, Actephila flavescens, Actephila plicata, Actephila traceyi, Actephila venusta, Actephila vernicosa, Actephila forsteri, Amanoa almerindae, Amanoa anomala, Amanoa bracteosa, Amanoa caribaea, Amanoa congesta, Amanoa cupatensis, Amanoa glaucophylla, Amanoa gracillima, Amanoa guianensis, Amanoa muricata, Amanoa nanayensis, Amanoa neglecta, Amanoa oblongifolia, Amanoa sinuosa, Amanoa steyermarkii,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-18625: Based on the initial data import
Friedrich Anton Wilhelm Miquel (1811-1871): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Miq.' in the authors string.
Johannes Müller Argoviensis (1828-1896): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Müll.Arg.' in the authors string.