Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Apiales
Species:
involucratus
ID:
247619

Status:
valid

Authors:
Dubard & R.Vig.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1904

Citation Micro:
Agric. Prat. Pays Chauds 3: 714 (1904)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000246951

Common Names

  • Myodocarpus involucratus
  • Involucratus Bush
  • Myodocarpus Bush

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Synonyms

  • Myodocarpus brongniartii Dubard & R.Vig. [valid]
  • Myodocarpus involucratus le-ratii Dubard & R.Vig. [unknown]
  • Myodocarpus involucratus leratii Dubard & R.Vig. [valid]

Description

Myodocarpus involucratus (also called Involucrate 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-lanceolate leaves. It is found in subtropical and tropical moist lowland forests.

Uses & Benefits

Myodocarpus involucratus 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 involucratus 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 involucratus can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from semi-ripe wood and placed in a moist, well-drained potting mix. Both methods should be kept in a warm, sheltered position.

Where to Find Myodocarpus involucratus

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

Myodocarpus involucratus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Myodocarpus involucratus?

Myodocarpus involucratus

What is the family of Myodocarpus involucratus?

Myodocarpaceae

What is the common name of Myodocarpus involucratus?

Involucrate myodocarpus

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:91059-1: Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.