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Monoon lateriflorum (Blume) Miq.
| Family Name: | Annonaceae |
| Synonyms: | Polyalthia lateriflora (Blume) Kurz |
| Common Name: | Banitan, Semukau, Kalak |
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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 | 42 m |
Biogeography
| Native Distribution | Southeast Asia |
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| Native Habitat | Terrestrial |
| Preferred Climate Zone | Tropical |
| Local Conservation Status | Native to Singapore (Critically Endangered (CR)) |
Description and Ethnobotany
| Growth Form | It is a tree, up to 42 m tall. |
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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 |
Others
| Master ID | 33716 |
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| Species ID | 8130 |
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