Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Species:
liesneri
ID:
454169

Status:
valid

Authors:
(W.R.Anderson) W.R.Anderson

Source:
cmp

Year:
2006

Citation Micro:
Novon 16: 194 (2006)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000453501

Common Names

  • Malpighiodes liesneri
  • Liesner's False-Mallow
  • Liesner's Falsemallow

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Synonyms

  • Mascagnia liesneri W.R.Anderson [unknown]

Description

Malpighiodes liesneri (also called Liesner's Malpighia, among many other common names) is a species of shrub in the Malpighiaceae family. It is native to tropical Africa and parts of Asia. It grows in humid forests and prefers warm, humid climates.

Uses & Benefits

Malpighiodes liesneri is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It can also be used to provide habitat for wildlife.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Malpighiodes liesneri has small, yellowish-green flowers that are arranged in clusters. Its seeds are small and black, and its seedlings are short and slender.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Malpighiodes liesneri is an evergreen shrub that can reach heights of up to 6 feet. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is best done through semi-hardwood cuttings taken in the summer. Cuttings should be taken from the current season's growth and should be about 6 inches in length. Place the cuttings in a moist medium and keep in a warm, humid environment until they have rooted. Transplant the rooted cuttings into individual pots and grow until they are ready to be planted in the garden.

Where to Find Malpighiodes liesneri

Malpighiodes liesneri is found in the tropical and subtropical regions of India, Sri Lanka, and Myanmar.

Malpighiodes liesneri FAQ

What type of soil does Malpighiodes liesneri prefer?

Malpighiodes liesneri prefers moist, well-drained soil with a pH of 6.0-7.5.

What is the optimal temperature for Malpighiodes liesneri?

Malpighiodes liesneri prefers temperatures between 55-75 degrees Fahrenheit.

What is the optimal light for Malpighiodes liesneri?

Malpighiodes liesneri prefers bright, indirect light.

Species in the Malpighiaceae family

Acmanthera cowanii, Acmanthera duckei, Acmanthera fernandesii, Acmanthera latifolia, Acmanthera longifolia, Acmanthera minima, Acmanthera parviflora, Acridocarpus adenophorus, Acridocarpus alopecurus, Acridocarpus alternifolius, Acridocarpus austrocaledonicus, Acridocarpus ballyi, Acridocarpus camerunensis, Acridocarpus chevalieri, Acridocarpus chloropterus, Acridocarpus congestus, Acridocarpus congolensis, Acridocarpus excelsus, Acridocarpus glaucescens, Acridocarpus hirundo, Acridocarpus humbertii, Acridocarpus humblotii, Acridocarpus katangensis, Acridocarpus ledermannii, Acridocarpus longifolius, Acridocarpus macrocalyx, Acridocarpus mayumbensis, Acridocarpus monodii, Acridocarpus natalitius, Acridocarpus oppositifolius, Acridocarpus orientalis, Acridocarpus pauciglandulosus, Acridocarpus perrieri, Acridocarpus plagiopterus, Acridocarpus prasinus, Acridocarpus scheffleri, Acridocarpus smeathmannii, Acridocarpus socotranus, Acridocarpus spectabilis, Acridocarpus staudtii, Acridocarpus ugandensis, Acridocarpus vanderystii, Acridocarpus vivy, Acridocarpus zanzibaricus, Adelphia hiraea, Adelphia macrophylla, Adelphia mirabilis, Adelphia platyrachis, Aenigmatanthera doniana, Aenigmatanthera lasiandra,

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