Propagated by stem cuttings (cuttings 15-20 mm in diameter and 20-25 cm long are best) but can be propagated by seed. Purchased seeds germinate quickly in full light but collected seeds have low germination. Transplant after 4 months. Plant at 3 x 1 m or 3 x 2 m and 4 x 2 m. Pruning is necessary. Common tree of secondary forest, but does not occur in primary forest.
Tree Species (Scientific Name)
Peronema canescens
Lumber
Medicinal
Ornamental
Indonesian Common Name
Sungkai, Julu-julu hantu (borneo)
Tree Family
Lamiaceae
Average Leaf Size (cm)
30-40cm
Length
×
20-25cm
Width
Tree Height
Large (> 35m)
Elevational Range (m)
600–900m
Distribution
Native
Exotic
Native to Indonesia
Native to
Region
Asia
Malaysia, Singapore, Thailand
Indonesia
Borneo, Java, Sumatra
Coffee Agroforestry Information
Coffee System
Robusta
Coffee Impact
Unknown
Prevalence
Unknown
Cultivation
Planted
Regeneration
Unknown
Tree Management
Tree Benefits and Uses
Farmer Uses
- Lumber
- Medicinal
- Ornamental
The wood is highly valued for furniture making. The wood, bark, and leaves are used to treat stomach pains, wounds, and white skin blotches. The young leaf is believed to help treat chickenpox.
Farm Services
- Reforestation
Biodiversity Benefits
Unknown