Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Species:
madagascariensis
ID:
279704

Status:
valid

Authors:
Leandri

Source:
wcs

Year:
1939

Citation Micro:
Bull. Soc. Bot. France 85: 527 (1938 publ. 1939)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000279036

Common Names

  • Plukenetia Madagascariensis
  • Madagascariensis Plukenetia
  • Madagascariensis Oil Plant

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Description

Plukenetia madagascariensis (also called Madagascar Sesame, among many other common names) is a species of plant found in tropical Africa. It is an annual herb with a stem up to 1 m tall. The leaves are alternate and ovate-oblong in shape. The flowers are small and yellowish-green in color. The fruits are small, round, and black in color.

Uses & Benefits

Plukenetia madagascariensis is used as an ornamental plant and is also used in traditional medicine.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Flower: Small, white, fragrant flowers with a yellow center. Seed: Small, black, and round. Seedlings: Thin, green stems with small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Plukenetia madagascariensis is a tropical shrub that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. It is best to start seeds indoors in early spring and transplant them outdoors after the last frost. Cuttings can be taken in late spring or early summer and rooted in sandy soil. The plant should be kept moist but not overly wet.

Where to Find Plukenetia madagascariensis

Plukenetia madagascariensis is native to Madagascar and can be found in tropical and subtropical forests.

Plukenetia madagascariensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Plukenetia madagascariensis?

Plukenetia madagascariensis

What is the natural habitat of Plukenetia madagascariensis?

It is native to Madagascar.

What are the common names of Plukenetia madagascariensis?

It is commonly known as the Madagascan Plumeria or the Madagascan Plumeria Tree.

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