Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Genus:
Species:
alchorneoides
ID:
232462

Status:
valid

Authors:
Pax & Lingelsh.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1906

Citation Micro:
Repert. Spec. Nov. Regni Veg. 3: 25 (1906)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000231793

Common Names

  • Alchorneoides Macaranga
  • Alchorneoides Mapper Tree
  • Mapper Tree

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Synonyms

  • Macaranga longispica S.Moore [unknown]

Description

Macaranga alchorneoides (also called 'Mountain Mango', among many other common names) is a small to medium-sized tree, up to 15 m tall. It is native to Southeast Asia, and is found in tropical rainforests, growing in open or partly shaded areas.

Uses & Benefits

Macaranga alchorneoides 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 alchorneoides 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 alchorneoides can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining potting mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from mature, healthy plants and rooted in a potting mix. Keep the cuttings moist and in a warm, humid environment until new growth appears.

Where to Find Macaranga alchorneoides

Macaranga alchorneoides is found in the tropical rainforests of Southeast Asia, particularly in Indonesia, Malaysia, and Thailand.

Macaranga alchorneoides FAQ

What is the scientific name of Macaranga alchorneoides?

Macaranga alchorneoides

What is the common name of Macaranga alchorneoides?

Macaranga

What type of plant is Macaranga alchorneoides?

Tropical 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-116291: Based on the initial data import
Ferdinand Albin Pax (1858-1942): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Pax' in the authors string.
Alexander von Lingelsheim (1874-1937): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lingelsh.' in the authors string.