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False Ashoka (Polyalthia)
البولياثيا (الأشوكا الكاذبة) · Monoon longifolium
A tall, slim, column-shaped tree planted in rows along fences and streets.
Quick facts
| Arabic name | البولياثيا (الأشوكا الكاذبة) |
|---|---|
| English name | False Ashoka (Polyalthia) |
| Scientific name | Monoon longifolium |
| Family | Custard apple family (Annonaceae) |
| Plant type | Column-shaped ornamental tree |
| Height | 8 to 12 m |
| Water use | Medium |
Planting and harvest calendar
Best time to plant
March to May
Harvest
Not harvested
JanuaryFebruaryMarchAprilMayJuneJulyAugustSeptemberOctoberNovemberDecember
Planting timeHarvest or flowering
Times are general for the Saudi climate and may shift a few weeks by region: cooler in the highlands and the north, warmer on the coasts and in the south.
Description
A tree with short drooping branches and long shiny leaves with wavy edges.
Where it grows
Planted in Jeddah, Makkah, Jazan and the Eastern Province.
Soil
Needs well-drained soil.
Water and irrigation
Moderate watering.
Climate and light
Likes heat and humidity.
Propagation
From seeds.
Benefits and uses
- An elegant shape that takes little space
- Reduces noise and dust
Drawbacks
- Slow at first
- Sensitive to cold
Sources and references
The information was collected and checked from these scientific sources: