Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Apiales
Species:
fraxinifolius
ID:
247612

Status:
valid

Authors:
Brongn. & Gris

Source:
wcs

Year:
1865

Citation Micro:
Bull. Soc. Bot. France 12: 270 (1865)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000246944

Common Names

  • Myodocarpus fraxinifolius
  • Fraxinifolius Bush
  • Myodocarpus Bush

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Synonyms

  • Myodocarpus fraxinifolius balansae Dubard & R.Vig. [valid]
  • Myodocarpus fraxinifolius francii Brongn. & Gris [valid]
  • Myodocarpus fraxinifolius lobatus Dubard & R.Vig. [valid]
  • Myodocarpus fraxinifolius thiebautii Brongn. & Gris [valid]

Description

Myodocarpus fraxinifolius (also called Ash-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 fraxinifolius 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 fraxinifolius 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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Cultivation and Propagation

Myodocarpus fraxinifolius 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 fraxinifolius

Myodocarpus fraxinifolius is native to tropical regions of Africa, Asia, and the Americas.

Myodocarpus fraxinifolius FAQ

What is the scientific name of Myodocarpus fraxinifolius?

Myodocarpus fraxinifolius

What is the family of Myodocarpus fraxinifolius?

Myodocarpaceae

What is the common name of Myodocarpus fraxinifolius?

Ash-leaved myodocarpus

References

Adolphe-Théodore Brongniart (1801-1876): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Brongn.' in the authors string.
Jean Antoine Arthur Gris (1829-1872): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Gris' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:91057-1: Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.