Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Genus:
Species:
strigosa
ID:
232926

Status:
valid

Authors:
Pax & K.Hoffm.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1919

Citation Micro:
Pflanzenr. , IV, 147, XIV: 30 (1919)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000232257

Common Names

  • Strigosa Macaranga
  • Tropical Mistletoe Tree
  • Elephant Ear Tree

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Synonyms

  • Macaranga strigosa carrii L.M.Perry [unknown]

Description

Macaranga strigosa (also called Rough-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 strigosa is used as an ornamental plant, for its timber, and as a food source.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Macaranga strigosa 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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Cultivation and Propagation

Macaranga strigosa 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 full sun and moist, well-draining soil.

Where to Find Macaranga strigosa

Macaranga strigosa is native to tropical and subtropical forests in India, Sri Lanka, and Southeast Asia.

Macaranga strigosa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Macaranga strigosa?

Macaranga strigosa

What is the natural habitat of Macaranga strigosa?

It is native to tropical Asia, from India to Indonesia.

What is the size of Macaranga strigosa?

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-116725: Based on the initial data import
Ferdinand Albin Pax (1858-1942): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Pax' in the authors string.
Käthe Hoffmann (b.1883): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'K.Hoffm.' in the authors string.