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Kopsia arborea
Shrub Vinca, Penang Sloe
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| Species Name | Kopsia arborea |
|---|---|
| Common Name | Shrub Vinca, Penang Sloe |
| Family | Apocynaceae |
| Genus | Kopsia |
| Taxonomic Synonyms/Past Names | |
| Taxonomic Notes |
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Species Information
1. Description
- Evergreen tree up to 14 m tall, 30 cm in diameter. Leaves opposite, dying red. Flowers clustered in terminal inflorescence, white, 2-4 cm long. Fruits only one carpel developing into oblique ellipsoid or subglobose drupe, ripening blue-black.
2. Tree Size
Medium (10-15 m)
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3. Full Distribution
- Widely distributed to Andaman and Nicobar Islands, South China, Southeast Asia, and Australia (Queensland)
4. Habitat and Ecology
- Lowland evergreen to deciduous forests
5. Altitude (in meters)
- Up to 1500 m altitude
6. Landscape Type
Blue-green Corridors, Small Urban Green Spaces
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Coastal Fronts (0)
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7. IUCN Conservation Status
Least Concern
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8. Malaysian Red List from MyBIS
Critically Endangered
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Critically Endangered (1)
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9. Are more than 100 individuals available in local nurseries?
10. How would you characterise the growth rate of this species?
Slow
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- It grows slowly at about 10 cm per year. [1]
11. Does this species have an invasive root system?
- Trees planted at FRIM show no signs of having invasive roots. The root growth is not too fast.
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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?
No
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- Its fruits are oblong, resemble olives, and about 2.5 cm long. [1]
14. Does this species produce substances in its bark, leaves, fruits and/or seeds that are poisonous or harmful to humans?
Yes
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- Its latex may be toxic [1]
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?
Low
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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?
Yes
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- pH of 6.2-7.0, pH of 6.5-7.5 [1]
19. Does this species have specialised habitat requirements?
No
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20. Does this species occur/survive in habitats prone to saltwater intrusion?
No
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21. Does this species occur/survive at locations that experience high temperatures?
Yes
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- Widely distributed throughout Thailand, Vietnam, and Southern China. [1]
22. Can this species tolerate inundation for >1 month?
No
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- Prefers well-drained soil but can tolerate inundation for one month. [1]
23. Can this species tolerate water absence for >1 month?
Yes
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24. Can this species tolerate storm conditions (e.g., strong winds)?
Yes
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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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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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- Fruits, flowers [1]
29. Does this species have cultural value or provide products that are of some use to humans?
Yes
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- The bark, fruits, and leaves have medicinal properties [1]
Contributors: anonymous
Last Updated: 2023-03-15
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