Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Apiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
mauluulu
ID:
242516

Status:
valid

Authors:
P.A.Cox

Source:
wcs

Year:
1985

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

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000241848

Common Names

  • Mauluulu Meryta
  • Meryta mauluulu
  • Mauluulu Meryta

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Description

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

Uses & Benefits

Meryta mauluulu 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 mauluulu are white, star-shaped and fragrant. The seeds are small, black and oval. The seedlings are green and have small, oval leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Meryta mauluulu 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 mauluulu

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

Meryta mauluulu FAQ

What is the scientific name of Meryta mauluulu?

Meryta mauluulu

What type of plant is Meryta mauluulu?

Tree

Where does Meryta mauluulu grow?

Hawaii

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-125849: Based on the initial data import
Paul Alan Cox (b.1953): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'P.A.Cox' in the authors string.