Macaranga sterrophylla - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
sterrophylla
ID:
232923
Status:
valid
Authors:
L.M.Perry
Source:
wcs
Year:
1953
Citation Micro:
J. Arnold Arbor. 34: 231 (1953)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000232254
Common Names
- Sterrophylla Macaranga
- Tropical Mistletoe Tree
- Elephant Ear Tree
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Macaranga sterrophylla (also called Leathery-leaved Macaranga, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Euphorbiaceae. It is native to tropical regions of Africa. It grows in moist forests, thickets, and disturbed areas.
Uses & Benefits
Macaranga sterrophylla is used as an ornamental plant, for its timber, and as a food source.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Macaranga sterrophylla are small, yellowish-green, and have five petals. The seeds are small, black, and have a hard outer shell. The seedlings have long, narrow leaves with serrated edges.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Macaranga sterrophylla can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings can be taken from semi-ripe wood and rooted in a moist soil mix. The plant prefers partial shade and moist, well-draining soil.
Where to Find Macaranga sterrophylla
Macaranga sterrophylla is native to tropical and subtropical forests in India, Sri Lanka, and Southeast Asia.
Macaranga sterrophylla FAQ
What is the scientific name of Macaranga sterrophylla?
Macaranga sterrophylla
What is the natural habitat of Macaranga sterrophylla?
It is native to tropical Asia, from India to Indonesia.
What is the size of Macaranga sterrophylla?
It is a small to medium-sized tree, growing up to 15 m tall.
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-116722: Based on the initial data import
Lily May Perry (1895-1992): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.M.Perry' in the authors string.