Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Genus:
Species:
eucleoides
ID:
318313

Status:
valid

Authors:
Radcl.-Sm.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1991

Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 46: 720 (1991)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000317645

Common Names

  • Suregada eucleoides
  • Eucleoides Suregada
  • Eucleoides Suregada

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Description

Suregada eucleoides (also called 'Eucleoides Buttercup', among many other common names) is a small shrub with glossy, dark green leaves and bright yellow flowers. It is native to tropical Africa and is commonly found in moist, shady forests.

Uses & Benefits

Suregada eucleoides is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of food for livestock.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Suregada eucleoides is yellow with five petals. The seed is small and black. The seedlings have small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Suregada eucleoides is a small, evergreen tree that grows up to 8 m (26 ft) in height. It is native to tropical and subtropical regions of India and Sri Lanka. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood stems and rooted in a moist, well-drained soil mix. The plant prefers full sun and regular watering.

Where to Find Suregada eucleoides

Suregada eucleoides can be found in tropical Africa.

Suregada eucleoides FAQ

What is the scientific name of Suregada eucleoides?

Suregada eucleoides

What is the common name of Suregada eucleoides?

Eucleoides Suregada

What is the natural habitat of Suregada eucleoides?

It is native to Central and South America and is found in tropical forests

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-198598: Based on the initial data import
Alan Radcliffe-Smith (1938-2007): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Radcl.-Sm.' in the authors string.