Status:
valid
Authors:
Randrian.
Source:
tro
Year:
2000
Citation Micro:
Adansonia , sér. 3, 22: 147 (2000)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001051066
Common Names
- Acuminate Micronychia
- Tiny-Leaf Micronychia
- Tiny-Leaved Micronychia
Description
Micronychia acuminata (also called Acuminate Micronychia, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that grows up to 4 m tall. It is native to Central and South America and is found in tropical and subtropical habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Micronychia acuminata is used as an ornamental plant and for its medicinal properties. It is also used as a natural dye and for its essential oils.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Micronychia acuminata has small, yellow flowers and small, black seeds. The seedlings are short and have two pairs of leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Micronychia acuminata is a fast-growing, evergreen shrub that can reach up to 3 m in height. It is best propagated from seeds or cuttings taken in spring or summer. The cuttings should be taken from the tips of the branches and planted in a well-draining medium. It is best grown in full sun and in well-draining soil.
Where to Find Micronychia acuminata
Micronychia acuminata can be found in the dry forests of India.
Species in the Micronychia genus
Micronychia bemangidiensis,
Micronychia benono,
Micronychia kotozafii,
Micronychia striata,
Micronychia macrophylla,
Micronychia danguyana,
Micronychia tsiramiramy,
Micronychia madagascariensis,
Micronychia acuminata,
Micronychia minutiflora,
Species in the Anacardiaceae family
Abrahamia buxifolia,
Abrahamia thouvenotii,
Abrahamia littoralis,
Abrahamia latifolia,
Abrahamia minutifolia,
Abrahamia ditimena,
Abrahamia betamponensis,
Abrahamia capuronii,
Abrahamia delphinensis,
Abrahamia ellipticarpa,
Abrahamia elongata,
Abrahamia itromoensis,
Abrahamia turkii,
Abrahamia deflexa,
Abrahamia grandidieri,
Abrahamia humbertii,
Abrahamia ibityensis,
Abrahamia lecomtei,
Abrahamia lenticellata,
Abrahamia lokobensis,
Abrahamia longipetiolata,
Abrahamia louvelii,
Abrahamia nitida,
Abrahamia oblongifolia,
Abrahamia pauciflora,
Abrahamia phillipsonii,
Abrahamia sambiranensis,
Abrahamia sericea,
Abrahamia suarezensis,
Abrahamia viguieri,
Abrahamia revoluta,
Abrahamia antongilensis,
Abrahamia darainensis,
Abrahamia patrickii,
Actinocheita filicina,
Allospondias lakonensis,
Allospondias laxiflora,
Amphipterygium simplicifolium,
Amphipterygium adstringens,
Amphipterygium amplifolium,
Amphipterygium glaucum,
Amphipterygium molle,
Anacardium amapaense,
Anacardium amilcarianum,
Anacardium brasiliense,
Anacardium caracolii,
Anacardium corymbosum,
Anacardium curatellifolium,
Anacardium excelsum,
Anacardium fruticosum,