Walsura Robusta
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Description
Walsura Robusta is a tropical tree species that is native to Southeast Asia, particularly in Indonesia, Malaysia, and Thailand. It belongs to the family of Meliaceae, which also includes other well-known trees such as Mahogany and Neem. Walsura Robusta is known for its dense, hard timber that is used in furniture-making and construction. Additionally, its leaves and fruits have medicinal properties and are used in traditional medicine.
Taxonomic Information
| Domain | Eukaryota |
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Phylum | Spermatophyta |
| Class | Magnoliopsida |
| Order | Sapindales |
| Family | Meliaceae |
| Genus | Walsura |
Appearance
Walsura Robusta is a tall and evergreen tree that can grow up to 30 meters in height. Its trunk can reach a diameter of up to 100 cm. The bark is rough and dark brown in color. Its leaves are pinnate, meaning that they have multiple leaflets attached to a central stem. Each leaflet is around 10-20 cm long and 5-10 cm wide. The leaves are shiny and dark green in color. The tree produces small, greenish-white flowers that are around 1 cm in diameter. The fruit of the tree is a woody capsule that contains numerous seeds.
Care Guide
Walsura Robusta is a tropical tree that requires warm temperatures and high humidity to thrive. Here are some tips on how to care for this plant:- Water: Keep the soil moist but not waterlogged. Water the plant regularly, especially during the growing season.- Fertilization: Feed the plant with a balanced fertilizer every month during the growing season.- Soil: Use well-draining soil that is rich in organic matter.- Sunlight: Walsura Robusta prefers partial shade to full sun. Avoid direct sunlight during the hottest parts of the day.- Hardiness Zones: This tree is not frost-tolerant and is suitable for USDA zones 10-11.
Common Pests & Diseases
Walsura Robusta is generally resistant to pests and diseases. However, it can be susceptible to leaf spot and root rot if the soil is too moist. Additionally, it can attract scale insects, mealybugs, and spider mites. These pests can be controlled through regular pruning and the use of insecticides.
Habitat
Walsura Robusta is native to the tropical rainforests of Southeast Asia, particularly in Indonesia, Malaysia, and Thailand. It grows in well-draining soils that are rich in organic matter. The tree can tolerate both acidic and alkaline soils.
Question and Answer
Q: What is the timber of Walsura Robusta used for?
A: The dense and hard timber of Walsura Robusta is used in furniture-making, construction, and boat-building.
Q: Is Walsura Robusta a medicinal plant?
A: Yes, the leaves and fruits of Walsura Robusta have been used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments such as fever, cough, and diarrhea.
Q: What is the growing rate of Walsura Robusta?
A: Walsura Robusta is a slow-growing tree that can take up to 10 years to reach maturity.
Q: Can Walsura Robusta be grown indoors?
A: No, Walsura Robusta requires warm temperatures and high humidity to thrive and is not suitable for indoor growing.
Related Plants
– Swietenia Mahagoni- Entandrophragma cylindricum- Azadirachta indica- Cedrela odorata
References
– “Walsura Robusta.” Useful Tropical Plants. https://tropical.theferns.info/viewtropical.php?id=Walsura+robusta- “Walsura Robusta.” Plants of the World Online. http://www.plantsoftheworldonline.org/taxon/urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:579623-1
