Anonaceae, Artabotrys hexapetalus, Ylang-Ylang vine

2009 January 19

I got seed from a good friend of mine, the only other person I know who has this species. He mentioned something about it being the true Cananga odorata (Ylang-Ylang). I have found it identified as Artabotrys hexapetalus, originating in India. The plant grows like a sprawling shrub that will turn in to a vine if it is given a support structure. I planted this one next to an Orchid tree and a grafted Rambutan and it has effectively grown up into each of them. Although not apparent in the photos, the branches have hook-like protrusions (like Una de Gato, less sharp). These aid the sprawling branches in climbing. 

I am interested in getting a positive ID on this one and any other significant information. No flower photos at this point.

I currently have a large batch of seeds germinating. 

Anonaceae, unidentified

3 Responses leave one →
  1. 2009 September 18
    Jayaveer permalink

    Hi, I am interested in the seeds to can i know where can i get them in Bangalore?
    Thanks & Regards,
    Jayaveer

  2. 2009 September 18

    Unfortunately I couldn’t give you any specific seed source in Bangalore, not being terribly familiar with the area. What I would suggest is visiting any notable local botanical gardens. Check their collections and if you can’t find anything, maybe inquire with some of the people working there who are knowledgeable in local plant source. I would imagine there are some incredible botanical resources in the region.

  3. 2009 October 27
    Nimai Hedemark permalink

    Artabotrys hexapetalus is correct. Cananga odorata doesnt develope the hooks nor is it a climber, being a true tree. Cananga odorata is ylang ylang and Artabotrys hexapetalus is sometimes called climbing ylang ylang. They are closely related genera both belonging to the Annonaceae family. You can find a good taxonomic description of Artabotrys hexapetalus on the online flora of pakistan.
    http://efloras.org/florataxon.aspx?flora_id=5&taxon_id=200008511
    In India I found this to be comonly called Kathali Champa, but it is also called Hari Champa. Its one of my absolute favorite plants.

    Hope that helps
    All the best
    Nimai Hedemark

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