Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Genus:
Species:
kostermansii
ID:
232718

Status:
valid

Authors:
L.M.Perry

Source:
wcs

Year:
1953

Citation Micro:
J. Arnold Arbor. 34: 251 (1953)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000232049

Common Names

  • Macaranga Kostermansii
  • Kostermansii Macaranga
  • Kostermansii Tree

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Description

Macaranga kostermansii (also called 'Kostermans' Macaranga', among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Euphorbiaceae. It is native to the tropical regions of Asia and Africa. It is a small to medium-sized tree, growing up to 10 m tall. It is found in tropical rainforests, secondary forests, and disturbed habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Macaranga kostermansii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used for its medicinal properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Macaranga kostermansii are small, yellow-green in color, and have a sweet scent. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and green with a white stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Macaranga kostermansii is a fast-growing, evergreen shrub that can reach up to 3 m in height. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from semi-ripe wood and rooted in a moist, well-drained soil mix. Once established, Macaranga kostermansii requires little maintenance and is drought tolerant.

Where to Find Macaranga kostermansii

Macaranga kostermansii is native to tropical and subtropical regions of South and Southeast Asia.

Macaranga kostermansii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Macaranga kostermansii?

Macaranga kostermansii

What is the common name of Macaranga kostermansii?

Kostermansii

What is the family of Macaranga kostermansii?

Euphorbiaceae

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-116530: Based on the initial data import
Lily May Perry (1895-1992): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.M.Perry' in the authors string.