Aphananthe philippinensis
The story
The journey of this rainforest tree's name connects distant islands and quiet details. Though it grows naturally across Papua New Guinea, the Solomon Islands, and Australia, it was first scientifically described from the island of Luzon in the Philippines, which permanently stamped 'philippinensis' onto its identity. Meanwhile, its genus name, Aphananthe, whispers a botanical truth, translating directly to 'insignificant flowers' as a nod to its subtle, understated blossoms.
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- Family
- Cannabaceae
How to use it
Aphananthe philippinensis is commonly found in rainforests, contributing to the biodiversity of its ecosystem. Its presence supports various wildlife, providing habitat and food sources. The tree can also play a role in reforestation efforts, helping to restore natural habitats in tropical regions.
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About
Aphananthe philippinensis is a common rainforest tree in the family Cannabaceae. In Australia it occurs from the Manning River in New South Wales to near Herberton in tropical Queensland. It was first described from the island of Luzon in the Philippines, hence the species name. The generic name of Aphananthe refers to 'insignificant flowers'. This plant also occurs on the Solomon Islands and in Papua New Guinea
Ecology
How it lives
- Propagated by
- Seed
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- Name
- Aphananthe philippinensis
- Slug
- aphananthe-philippinensis
- Kingdom
- Plantae
- Family
- Cannabaceae
- Genus
- Aphananthe
- Species
- philippinensis
- Wikidata QID
- Q4779477
- Propagule type
- seed
- Container suitable
- No
- Indoor suitable
- No
- OSSI pledged
- No
- Hazard level
- 1
- Data completeness
- 43
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