Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Species:
ankaranensis
ID:
837127

Status:
valid

Authors:
L.J.Gillespie

Source:
wcs

Year:
2007

Citation Micro:
Syst. Bot. 32: 797 (2007)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000836462

Common Names

  • Plukenetia ankaranensis
  • Ankaranensis Plukenetia
  • Ankaranensis

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Description

Plukenetia ankaranensis (also called 'Ankarana Plukenetia', among many other common names) is a shrub native to Madagascar. It is characterized by its ovate leaves and white flowers with yellow centers. It is found in tropical rainforests and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Plukenetia ankaranensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used as a hedge plant. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Plukenetia ankaranensis has small, white flowers with five petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Plukenetia ankaranensis can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining potting mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from healthy stems and placed in a moist potting mix. The cuttings should be kept in a warm, humid environment until they have rooted.

Where to Find Plukenetia ankaranensis

Plukenetia ankaranensis is native to tropical rainforests in Madagascar.

Plukenetia ankaranensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Plukenetia ankaranensis?

Plukenetia ankaranensis

What is the natural habitat of Plukenetia ankaranensis?

Tropical rainforests

What is the flowering season of Plukenetia ankaranensis?

Year-round

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-373740: Based on the initial data import
Lynn J. Gillespie (b.1958): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.J.Gillespie' in the authors string.