Myodocarpus crassifolius - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Apiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
crassifolius
ID:
247608
Status:
valid
Authors:
Dubard & R.Vig.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1904
Citation Micro:
Agric. Prat. Pays Chauds 3: 711 (1904)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000246940
Common Names
- Myodocarpus crassifolius
- Crassifolius Bush
- Myodocarpus Bush
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- Myodocarpus floribundus Dubard & R.Vig. [valid]
- Myodocarpus pachyphyllus Harms [valid]
Description
Myodocarpus crassifolius (also called Thick-leaved Myodocarpus, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree native to Madagascar. It grows up to 10 meters tall and has elliptic-ovate leaves. It is found in subtropical and tropical moist lowland forests.
Uses & Benefits
Myodocarpus crassifolius is used for its ornamental value in gardens. It is also used for its timber, which is used for making furniture and other wood products.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Myodocarpus crassifolius is a small, white, five-petaled flower with yellow stamens. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have two small, oval leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Myodocarpus crassifolius can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers a moist, well-drained soil in a sheltered position in full sun or partial shade. It can be grown in containers or in the garden.
Where to Find Myodocarpus crassifolius
Myodocarpus crassifolius is native to tropical regions of Africa, Asia, and the Americas.
Myodocarpus crassifolius FAQ
What is the scientific name of Myodocarpus crassifolius?
Myodocarpus crassifolius
What is the family of Myodocarpus crassifolius?
Myodocarpaceae
What is the common name of Myodocarpus crassifolius?
Thick-leaved myodocarpus
Species in the Myodocarpus genus
Species in the Myodocarpaceae family
Delarbrea balansae, Delarbrea collina, Delarbrea harmsii, Delarbrea longicarpa, Delarbrea michieana, Delarbrea montana, Delarbrea paradoxa, Myodocarpus crassifolius, Myodocarpus fraxinifolius, Myodocarpus gracilis, Myodocarpus involucratus, Myodocarpus lanceolatus, Myodocarpus pinnatus, Myodocarpus simplicifolius, Myodocarpus vieillardii,
References
Marcel Dubard (1873-1914): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Dubard' in the authors string.
René Viguier (1880-1931): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.Vig.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:91054-1: Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.