Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Genus:
Species:
allopterys
ID:
510455

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Moris) W.R.Anderson

Source:
ksu

Year:
2007

Citation Micro:
Contr. Univ. Michigan Herb. 25: 100 (2007)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000509787

Common Names

  • Mascagnia allopterys
  • Allopterys Mascagnia
  • Winged Mascagnia

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Synonyms

  • Tetrapterys allopterys Moris [unknown]
  • Mascagnia tenuis Cuatrec. [unknown]

Description

Mascagnia allopterys (also called Mascagnia allopterys, among many other common names) is a small tree or shrub with a single trunk, growing up to 5 m in height. It is native to the tropical forests of South America, and is found in the Amazon basin and the Guianas. It prefers moist, shady habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Mascagnia allopterys is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used as a source of food for livestock.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Mascagnia allopterys flowers are yellow and bell-shaped, and the seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and spindly.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Mascagnia allopterys is a tropical evergreen shrub native to South America. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and rooted in a moist soil mix. Both methods require warm temperatures and bright, indirect light.

Where to Find Mascagnia allopterys

Mascagnia allopterys is native to the rainforests of Central and South America. It can be found in the Amazon rainforest and other areas of tropical rainforest.

Mascagnia allopterys FAQ

What is the scientific name of Mascagnia allopterys?

Mascagnia allopterys

What is the common name of Mascagnia allopterys?

Foxtail Mascagnia

What is the natural habitat of Mascagnia allopterys?

Dry, rocky soils in Mexico and Central America

Species in the Mascagnia genus

Mascagnia aptera, Mascagnia macradena, Mascagnia pittieri, Mascagnia ovatifolia, Mascagnia cynanchifolia, Mascagnia dissimilis, Mascagnia brittonii, Mascagnia polybotrya, Mascagnia eggersiana, Mascagnia divaricata, Mascagnia sepium, Mascagnia schunkei, Mascagnia velutina, Mascagnia spicigera, Mascagnia allopterys, Mascagnia almedae, Mascagnia bierosa, Mascagnia brevifolia, Mascagnia cordifolia, Mascagnia tenuifolia, Mascagnia vacciniifolia, Mascagnia loretensis, Mascagnia violacea, Mascagnia peruviana, Mascagnia strigulosa, Mascagnia haenkeana, Mascagnia lilacina, Mascagnia lugoi, Mascagnia microcarpa, Mascagnia boliviana, Mascagnia australis, Mascagnia seleriana, Mascagnia tomentosa, Mascagnia tucuruensis, Mascagnia affinis, Mascagnia glabrata, Mascagnia aequatorialis, Mascagnia arenicola, Mascagnia riedeliana, Mascagnia conformis, Mascagnia corymbosa,

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,

References

Giuseppe Giacinto Moris (1796-1869): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Moris' in the authors string.
William Russell Anderson (1942-2013): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'W.R.Anderson' in the authors string.