Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Genus:
Species:
albescens
ID:
232459

Status:
valid

Authors:
L.M.Perry

Source:
wcs

Year:
1953

Citation Micro:
J. Arnold Arbor. 34: 244 (1953)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000231790

Common Names

  • Macaranga Albescens
  • Albescens Macaranga
  • Albescens Tree

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Description

Macaranga albescens (also called Malacca Teak, among many other common names) is a large tree species native to Southeast Asia. It can grow up to 30 meters tall and has a dense, spreading crown. It is found in a variety of habitats, including lowland and montane forests, as well as disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Macaranga albescens is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a windbreak and to provide shade. The leaves of the plant are used to make a tea that is believed to have medicinal properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Macaranga albescens has small, yellow flowers. The seeds are small, brown and round. The seedlings are small, with a single stem and two leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Macaranga albescens is a fast-growing, evergreen shrub that can reach up to 10 feet in height. It prefers full sun to partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is usually done by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or summer in a warm, sheltered spot. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and rooted in a moist, well-drained medium.

Where to Find Macaranga albescens

Macaranga albescens can be found in the tropical rainforests of Southeast Asia, particularly in Indonesia, Malaysia, and Thailand.

Macaranga albescens FAQ

What is the scientific name of Macaranga albescens?

Macaranga albescens

What is the common name of Macaranga albescens?

Unknown

What type of plant is Macaranga albescens?

Tree

Species in the Macaranga genus

Macaranga acerifolia, Macaranga advena, Macaranga aetheadenia, Macaranga albescens, Macaranga alchorneifolia, Macaranga alchorneoides, Macaranga aleuritoides, Macaranga alnifolia, Macaranga amissa, Macaranga amplifolia, Macaranga anceps, Macaranga andamanica, Macaranga angolensis, Macaranga angulata, Macaranga angustifolia, Macaranga assas, Macaranga astrolabica, Macaranga attenuata, Macaranga baccaureifolia, Macaranga bailloniana, Macaranga balabacensis, Macaranga balansae, Macaranga bancana, Macaranga barteri, Macaranga beccariana, Macaranga beillei, Macaranga belensis, Macaranga bicolor, Macaranga bifoveata, Macaranga boutonioides, Macaranga brachythyrsa, Macaranga brachytricha, Macaranga brevipetiolata, Macaranga brooksii, Macaranga brunneofloccosa, Macaranga bullata, Macaranga caesariata, Macaranga caladiifolia, Macaranga calcicola, Macaranga capensis, Macaranga carolinensis, Macaranga carrii, Macaranga caudata, Macaranga caudatifolia, Macaranga celebica, Macaranga chlorolepis, Macaranga choiseuliana, Macaranga chrysotricha, Macaranga cissifolia, Macaranga clavata,

Species in the Euphorbiaceae family

Acalypha peckoltii, Acalypha peduncularis, Acalypha pendula, Acalypha perrieri, Acalypha persimilis, Acalypha peruviana, Acalypha pervilleana, Acalypha phleoides, Acalypha phyllonomifolia, Acalypha pilosa, Acalypha pippenii, Acalypha pittieri, Acalypha platyphylla, Acalypha pleiogyne, Acalypha plicata, Acalypha pohliana, Acalypha poiretii, Acalypha polymorpha, Acalypha polystachya, Acalypha portoricensis, Acalypha pruinosa, Acalypha pruriens, Acalypha pseudalopecuroides, Acalypha pseudovagans, Acalypha psilostachya, Acalypha pubiflora, Acalypha pulchrespicata, Acalypha punctata, Acalypha purpurascens, Acalypha purpusii, Acalypha pycnantha, Acalypha pygmaea, Acalypha radians, Acalypha radicans, Acalypha radinostachya, Acalypha radula, Acalypha radula, Acalypha rafaelensis, Acalypha raivavensis, Acalypha rapensis, Acalypha reflexa, Acalypha repanda, Acalypha retifera, Acalypha rhombifolia, Acalypha rhomboidea, Acalypha richardiana, Acalypha riedeliana, Acalypha rivularis, Acalypha rottleroides, Acalypha rubrinervis,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-116289: Based on the initial data import
Lily May Perry (1895-1992): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.M.Perry' in the authors string.