Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Genus:
Species:
cordifolia
ID:
232555

Status:
valid

Authors:
Müll.Arg.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1866

Citation Micro:
Prodr. 15(2): 1002 (1866)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000231886

Common Names

  • Cordifolia Macaranga
  • Cordifolia Mapper Tree
  • Mapper Tree

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Synonyms

  • Macaranga moluccana Radcl.-Sm. & Govaerts [unknown]
  • Adelia cordifolia Roxb. [unknown]
  • Tanarius cordifolius Kuntze [unknown]

Description

Macaranga cordifolia (also called Malacca Teak, among many other common names) is a medium-sized tree species native to Southeast Asia. It can grow up to 20 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 cordifolia 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 flower of Macaranga cordifolia is a small, yellow-greenish flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, flattened seed. The seedlings are small, with a single stem and two leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Macaranga cordifolia 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 cordifolia

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

Macaranga cordifolia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Macaranga cordifolia?

Macaranga cordifolia

What is the common name of Macaranga cordifolia?

Macaranga

What type of plant is Macaranga cordifolia?

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