Spiraeanthemum samoense
| Spiraeanthemum samoense | |
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Scientific classification  | |
| Kingdom: | Plantae |
| Clade: | Embryophytes |
| Clade: | Tracheophytes |
| Clade: | Angiosperms |
| Clade: | Eudicots |
| Clade: | Rosids |
| Order: | Oxalidales |
| Family: | Cunoniaceae |
| Genus: | Spiraeanthemum |
| Species: | S. samoense |
| Binomial name | |
| Spiraeanthemum samoense | |
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Spiraeanthemum samoense is a species of flowering plant belong to the family of Cunoniaceae. It is the only species of the family that is endemic to Samoa, an island in the Pacific Ocean.[2] it grows up to 8 m (26 ft) tall. The plant is harvested for its wood, which is used locally. It is used to make canoes and clubs.[3]
See also
References
- ↑ "Spiraeanthemum samoense A.Gray". Global Biodiversity Information Facility. Retrieved 18 July 2026.
- ↑ "Spiraeanthemum samoense A.Gray". Plants of the World Online. Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew. Retrieved 18 July 2026.
- ↑ "Spiraeanthemum samoense - Useful Tropical Plants". tropical.theferns.info. Retrieved 2026-08-21.