Macropteranthes leiocaulis - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Myrtales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
leiocaulis
ID:
377376
Status:
valid
Authors:
P.I.Forst.
Source:
ksu
Year:
1994
Citation Micro:
Austrobaileya 4: 151 (1994)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000376708
Common Names
- Macropteranthes Leiocaulis
- Leiocaulis Macropteranthes
- Macropteranthes
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Macropteranthes leiocaulis (also called Leiocaulis Bdellium, among many other common names) is a small tree or shrub that grows up to 8 meters in height. It is native to Australia. It is found in tropical and subtropical forests, as well as in disturbed areas.
Uses & Benefits
Macropteranthes leiocaulis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge plant. It also has medicinal uses, including treating fever, skin diseases, and digestive problems.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Macropteranthes leiocaulis has small white flowers with five petals and a yellow center. Its seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single round leaf.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Macropteranthes leiocaulis is an evergreen shrub that can reach up to 8 feet in height. It is native to Australia and prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or summer in a warm, sunny location. Cuttings should be taken in late summer or early fall and planted in a well-drained soil mix.
Where to Find Macropteranthes leiocaulis
Macropteranthes leiocaulis is native to Australia and can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of the continent.
Macropteranthes leiocaulis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Macropteranthes leiocaulis?
Macropteranthes leiocaulis
What is the common name of Macropteranthes leiocaulis?
Smooth-stemmed Macropteranthes
Where is Macropteranthes leiocaulis found?
Macropteranthes leiocaulis is found in India, Sri Lanka, and Southeast Asia.
Species in the Macropteranthes genus
Species in the Combretaceae family
Combretum wilksii, Combretum paraguariense, Combretum aculeatum, Combretum acuminatum, Combretum acutifolium, Combretum acutum, Combretum adenogonium, Combretum adrianii, Combretum afzelii, Combretum albiflorum, Combretum albopunctatum, Combretum alfredi, Combretum andongense, Combretum andradae, Combretum angolense, Combretum angustipetalum, Combretum apetalum, Combretum aphanopetalum, Combretum apiculatum, Combretum argenteum, Combretum argyrotrichum, Combretum assimile, Combretum atropurpureum, Combretum aureonitens, Combretum auriculatum, Combretum barbatum, Combretum batesii, Combretum bauchiense, Combretum baumii, Combretum bipindense, Combretum blepharopetala, Combretum boinensis, Combretum bracteatum, Combretum bracteosum, Combretum brassiciforme, Combretum brevistylum, Combretum brunneum, Combretum butyrosum, Combretum cacoucia, Combretum caffrum, Combretum camporum, Combretum capitatum, Combretum capituliflorum, Combretum capuronii, Combretum carringtonianum, Combretum caudatisepalum, Combretum celastroides, Combretum chinense, Combretum chionanthoides, Combretum cinereopetalum,
References
Paul Irwin Forster (b.1961): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'P.I.Forst.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:979650-1: Based on the initial data import