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Goniothalamus laoticus (Finet & Gagnep.) Bân
| Family Name: | Annonaceae |
Goniothalamus laoticus is a tree which can reach up to 15 m tall. The flowers occur pendulously on the trunk. They are ornamental and can be pale yellow to orange colour.
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Classifications and Characteristics
| Plant Division | Angiosperms (Flowering Seed Plants) |
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| Plant Growth Form | Tree |
| Lifespan (in Singapore) | Perennial |
| Mode of Nutrition | Autotrophic |
| Maximum Height | 15 m |
Biogeography
| Native Distribution | Laos, Thailand and China. |
|---|---|
| Native Habitat | Terrestrial |
| Preferred Climate Zone | Tropical |
| Local Conservation Status | Non-native |
Description and Ethnobotany
| Growth Form | It is a tree, up to 15 m tall. |
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| Foliage | Leaves are elliptic with papery texture. |
| Flowers | Occurring on the trunk, flowers are pale yellow to orange colour and pendulous. |
| Fruit | Fruit occurs in a cluster on the trunk. They have prominent longitudinal ridge. |
| Habitat | It is found in primary and disturbed forests. |
Landscaping Features
| Desirable Plant Features | Ornamental Flowers |
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Fauna, Pollination and Dispersal
| Pollination Method(s) | Biotic (Fauna) |
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Plant Care and Propagation
| Light Preference | Full Sun |
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| Water Preference | Moderate Water |
| Plant Growth Rate | Moderate |
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Others
| Master ID | 33022 |
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| Species ID | 7436 |
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