Planchonella_myrsinifolia_subsp._howeana

<i>Planchonella myrsinifolia <span style="font-style:normal;">subsp.</span> howeana</i>

Planchonella myrsinifolia subsp. howeana

Subspecies of plant

Planchonella myrsinifolia subsp. howeana is a subspecies of plant in the family Sapotaceae. It is a shrub or tree endemic to Lord Howe Island.

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Description

It is a small tree growing to 6 m, occasionally 10 m, in height, with a watery, white latex. The alternate, oval leaves are usually 40–80 mm long and 20–40 mm wide. The inconspicuous green flowers, 8 mm long, appear from May to July. The pointed, egg-shaped fruits are 13 mm long.[2]

Distribution and habitat

The subspecies is found on Australia's subtropical Lord Howe Island. It is a common tree at low elevations.[2]

References

  1. [1]
    Planchonella myrsinifolia subsp. howeana (F.Muell.) Jessup. Plants of the World Online. Retrieved 9 June 2023.
  2. [2]
    Planchonella myrsinifolia subsp. howeana (F.Muell.) Jessup. New South Wales Flora Online. Retrieved 9 June 2023.
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