Tigridiopalma magnifica - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Myrtales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
magnifica
ID:
1084073
Status:
valid
Authors:
C.Chen
Source:
tro
Year:
1979
Citation Micro:
Acta Bot. Yunnan. 1(2): 107 (1979)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001083411
Common Names
- Tigridiopalma magnifica
- Magnificent Tigridiopalma
- Gorgeous Tigridiopalma
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Tigridiopalma magnifica (also called Magnificent Tigridiopalma, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that can reach up to 10 meters in height. It is native to China, India, and Southeast Asia. It is found in tropical and subtropical forests, as well as in disturbed areas.
Uses & Benefits
Tigridiopalma magnifica is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used for medicinal purposes, such as treating skin diseases and wounds.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Tigridiopalma magnifica has yellow flowers, small black seeds, and small seedlings with long, narrow leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Tigridiopalma magnifica is a small, evergreen shrub that grows up to 1 m tall. It is native to tropical regions of India, Sri Lanka, and Malaysia. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and partial shade. Propagation is best done by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a warm, sheltered spot. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and planted in a well-drained medium.
Where to Find Tigridiopalma magnifica
Tigridiopalma magnifica can be found in the tropical forests of Central and South America.
Species in the Tigridiopalma genus
Species in the Melastomataceae family
Acanthella sprucei, Acanthella pulchra, Acanthella conferta, Aciotis polystachya, Aciotis purpurascens, Aciotis acuminifolia, Aciotis annua, Aciotis rubricaulis, Aciotis cordata, Aciotis indecora, Aciotis paludosa, Aciotis circaeoides, Aciotis ornata, Aciotis circaeifolia, Aciotis wurdackiana, Aciotis olivieriana, Aciotis ferreirana, Aciotis viscida, Aciotis pendulifolia, Aciotis brachybotria, Acisanthera pulchella, Acisanthera quadrata, Acisanthera boliviensis, Acisanthera variabilis, Acisanthera uniflora, Acisanthera alsinaefolia, Acisanthera paraguayensis, Acisanthera alata, Acisanthera hedyotoidea, Acisanthera glazioviana, Acisanthera quadrata, Acisanthera ayangannae, Acisanthera divaricata, Adelobotrys ciliatus, Adelobotrys atlanticus, Adelobotrys adscendens, Adelobotrys barbatus, Adelobotrys ciliata, Adelobotrys macrophylla, Adelobotrys praetexta, Adelobotrys tessmannii, Adelobotrys boissieriana, Adelobotrys fuscescens, Adelobotrys macrantha, Adelobotrys rotundifolius, Adelobotrys subsessilis, Adelobotrys jefensis, Adelobotrys linearifolia, Adelobotrys ayangannensis, Adelobotrys scandens,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record tro-20305358: Based on the initial data import
Chen Jie (1928-2011): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.Chen' in the authors string.