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Alstonia spatulata
Marsh Pulai, Pulai Paya, Basong
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| Species Name | Alstonia spatulata |
|---|---|
| Common Name | Marsh Pulai, Pulai Paya, Basong |
| Family | Apocynaceae |
| Genus | Alstonia |
| Taxonomic Synonyms/Past Names | |
| Taxonomic Notes |
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Species Information
1. Description
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2. Tree Size
Medium (10-15 m), Large (>15 m)
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Medium (10-15 m) (1)
Large (>15 m) (1)
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3. Full Distribution
- A widespread species found throughout Southeast Asia
4. Habitat and Ecology
- Common in lowland forests and frequently in swampy environments, such as freshwater swamps and peat swamp forests. Also found on abandoned edges of tin-mining ponds, where it sometimes grows on sedges or grass mats.
5. Altitude (in meters)
- <100 m a.s.l
6. Landscape Type
Blue-green Corridors
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Coastal Fronts (0)
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7. IUCN Conservation Status
Not Evaluated
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Vulnerable (0)
Endangered (0)
Critically Endangered (0)
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8. Malaysian Red List from MyBIS
Least Concern
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9. Are more than 100 individuals available in local nurseries?
Yes
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10. How would you characterise the growth rate of this species?
Fast
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- Under favourable conditions, they are undoubtedly fast growers. [1]
11. Does this species have an invasive root system?
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12. Is this species damaging or does it have staining resin or sap?
Yes
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- Produces white latex, sap [1]
13. Does this species produce large and/or staining fruits?
Yes
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- Its fruits are long, slender follicles, borne in pairs, 12-25 cm long by 2.5-3 mm wide, containing numerous seeds. [1]
14. Does this species produce substances in its bark, leaves, fruits and/or seeds that are poisonous or harmful to humans?
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15. Does this species have specific lighting requirements?
Full sun
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16. How would you characterise the air pollution tolerance of this species?
High
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17. How would you characterise the soil pollution tolerance of this species?
High
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18. Does this species have specific soil ph requirements?
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19. Does this species have specialised habitat requirements?
Yes
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- Occurs naturally in wet lowland forests and tolerates waterlogged soil. Wild trees grow in shallow ponds at Kepong Botanic Gardens, Selangor.
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20. Does this species occur/survive in habitats prone to saltwater intrusion?
No
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- Grows in swamp forests, mostly on secondary vegetation and sandy soils. [1]
21. Does this species occur/survive at locations that experience high temperatures?
No
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- The leaves and flowers are sensitive to extreme conditions. [1]
22. Can this species tolerate inundation for >1 month?
Yes
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- Occurs in freshwater swamp forests and on waterlogged soil. Specimens were found growing wild in shallow ponds at Kepong Botanic Gardens, Selangor.
- Occurs in freshwater swamp forests and on waterlogged soil. Specimens were found growing wild in shallow ponds at Kepong Botanic Gardens, Selangor. [1]
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23. Can this species tolerate water absence for >1 month?
No
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- Its growth form will likely be affected if the dry season is too long.
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24. Can this species tolerate storm conditions (e.g., strong winds)?
Yes
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- It has brittle branches, however, they do not break during strong winds, only sway. There have not been many complaints from the public about tree or part failure.
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25. Does this species have specific humidity requirements?
No
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26. Is this species highly prone to predation, parasitism, and/or disease?
No
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No (1)
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- None observed.
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27. Please provide any additional information for this species in the context of climate change resilience and/or vulnerability.
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28. Does this species have biodiversity value (e.g., provides food or habitat, or increases landscape connectivity for urban fauna)?
Yes
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- Pollinating bees and butterflies surround the tree when it is in flower. It is a food plant for caterpillars of the moth Parotis marginata. It has fragrant flowers. [1]
29. Does this species have cultural value or provide products that are of some use to humans?
Yes
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- Has medicinal uses: It is a natural remedy for diabetes mellitus, and its latex treats sores and skin ailments and fills hollow teeth. Used for timber and to make products: The lightweight trunk wood makes household items, carvings, floats and plywood. The plywood is used to make coffins in Peninsular Malaysia and floats for nets in Thailand and Sumatra. The root wood is one of the lightest in the world and is a substitute for cork. Pith helmets can be manufactured from it. [1]
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Last Updated: 2023-03-15
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