Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Genus:
Species:
brevipetiolata
ID:
232511

Status:
valid

Authors:
Airy Shaw

Source:
wcs

Year:
1965

Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 19: 326 (1965)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000231842

Common Names

  • Brevipetiolata Macaranga
  • Brevipetiolata Mapple
  • Brevipetiolata Tree

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Description

Macaranga brevipetiolata (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 brevipetiolata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a shade tree. It is also used for erosion control and as a windbreak.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Macaranga brevipetiolata are small, yellow in color and have a sweet scent. The seeds are small, round and black. The seedlings are small, with oval leaves and a yellow stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Macaranga brevipetiolata is a tropical tree that grows best in full sun and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a warm, humid environment and kept moist until germination occurs. Cuttings should be taken from semi-mature wood and rooted in a warm, humid environment.

Where to Find Macaranga brevipetiolata

Macaranga brevipetiolata is native to Southeast Asia and can be found in tropical rainforests.

Macaranga brevipetiolata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Macaranga brevipetiolata?

Macaranga brevipetiolata

What is the family of Macaranga brevipetiolata?

Euphorbiaceae

What is the common name of Macaranga brevipetiolata?

Short-petioled Macaranga

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,

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