Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Genus:
Species:
capensis
ID:
232526

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Baill.) Sim

Source:
wcs

Year:
1907

Citation Micro:
Forest Fl. Cape : 314 (1907)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000231857

Common Names

  • Capensis Macaranga
  • Capensis Mapple
  • Capensis Tree

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Synonyms

  • Macaranga bachmannii Pax [unknown]
  • Macaranga inopinata Prain [unknown]
  • Macaranga multiglandulosa Pax & K.Hoffm. [unknown]
  • Macaranga ruwenzorica Pax [unknown]
  • Macaranga usambarica Pax & K.Hoffm. [unknown]
  • Mallotus capensis (Baill.) Müll.Arg. [unknown]
  • Mappa capensis Baill. [unknown]
  • Macaranga capensis capensis [unknown]

Description

Macaranga capensis (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 capensis 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 capensis are small, white in color and have a sweet scent. The seeds are small, round and black. The seedlings are small, with oval leaves and a white stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Macaranga capensis is an 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 best done through stem cuttings taken in spring or summer. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, non-flowering stems and planted in a moist potting mix.

Where to Find Macaranga capensis

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

Macaranga capensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Macaranga capensis?

Macaranga capensis

What is the family of Macaranga capensis?

Euphorbiaceae

What is the common name of Macaranga capensis?

Cape 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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-116350: Based on the initial data import
Henri Ernest Baillon (1827-1895): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Baill.' in the authors string.
Thomas Robertson Sim (1858-1938): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Sim' in the authors string.