Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Apiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
malietoa
ID:
242515

Status:
valid

Authors:
P.A.Cox

Source:
wcs

Year:
1985

Citation Micro:
J. Arnold Arbor. 66: 117 (1985)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000241847

Common Names

  • Malietoa Meryta
  • Meryta malietoa
  • Malietoa Meryta

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Description

Meryta malietoa (also called Malietoa Meryta, among many other common names) is a small tree or shrub native to the Pacific Islands. It has simple, ovate leaves and small, white flowers. It grows in moist, shady forests and coastal areas.

Uses & Benefits

Meryta malietoa is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used for its medicinal properties, such as treating fever, skin ailments, and digestive problems.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Meryta malietoa are white, star-shaped and fragrant. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are green and have small, round leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Meryta malietoa is a species of flowering plant in the family Araliaceae. It is native to New Caledonia. It is a shrub or small tree growing to 4 m tall. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil and kept in a warm, sunny location. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood and placed in a well-drained, sandy soil. Keep the soil moist but not wet.

Where to Find Meryta malietoa

Meryta malietoa can be found in the rainforests of Samoa and Tonga.

Meryta malietoa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Meryta malietoa?

Meryta malietoa

What is the common name of Meryta malietoa?

Meryta

What type of plant is Meryta malietoa?

Tree

Species in the Araliaceae family

Anakasia simplicifolia, Aralia apioides, Aralia armata, Aralia atropurpurea, Aralia bicrenata, Aralia bipinnata, Aralia cachemirica, Aralia caesia, Aralia californica, Aralia castanopsisicola, Aralia chinensis, Aralia continentalis, Aralia cordata, Aralia dasyphylla, Aralia dasyphylloides, Aralia debilis, Aralia decaisneana, Aralia delavayi, Aralia echinocaulis, Aralia elata, Aralia excelsa, Aralia fargesii, Aralia ferox, Aralia finlaysoniana, Aralia foliolosa, Aralia frodiniana, Aralia gigantea, Aralia gintungensis, Aralia glabra, Aralia glabrifoliolata, Aralia henryi, Aralia hispida, Aralia humilis, Aralia kansuensis, Aralia kingdon-wardii, Aralia leschenaultii, Aralia malabarica, Aralia melanocarpa, Aralia merrillii, Aralia mexicana, Aralia montana, Aralia nudicaulis, Aralia parasitica, Aralia plumosa, Aralia racemosa, Aralia regeliana, Aralia rex, Aralia scaberula, Aralia scopulorum, Aralia searelliana,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-125848: Based on the initial data import
Paul Alan Cox (b.1953): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'P.A.Cox' in the authors string.