Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Genus:
Species:
elmeri
ID:
249303

Status:
valid

Authors:
Merr.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1929

Citation Micro:
Univ. Calif. Publ. Bot. 15: 142 (1929)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000248635

Common Names

  • Elmer's Aporosa
  • Elmer's Fig
  • Elmer's Fig Tree

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Description

Aporosa elmeri (also called Elmer's aporosa, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Phyllanthaceae. It is native to the Philippines. It is an evergreen shrub or small tree, growing up to 8 m tall, with opposite, leathery, aromatic leaves. The flowers are white, with five petals and numerous stamens, and are produced in clusters.

Uses & Benefits

Aporosa elmeri is used as an ornamental plant, for its fragrant foliage and white flowers. It is also used as a hedge plant, and to make essential oils and perfumes.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Aporosa elmeri has white flowers with five petals and yellow anthers. The seeds are small, round, and black. The seedlings have small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Aporosa elmeri can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a well-drained soil mix. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and rooted in a well-drained soil mix. It prefers full sun and regular watering.

Where to Find Aporosa elmeri

Aporosa elmeri is native to Southeast Asia and can be found in countries such as Thailand, Malaysia, and Indonesia.

Aporosa elmeri FAQ

What is the scientific name of Aporosa elmeri?

Aporosa elmeri

What is the common name of Aporosa elmeri?

Elmer's Aporosa

What is the natural habitat of Aporosa elmeri?

Aporosa elmeri is native to the Philippines.

Species in the Aporosa genus

Species in the Phyllanthaceae family

Actephila alanbakeri, Actephila saccata, Actephila albidula, Actephila anthelminthica, Actephila aurantiaca, Actephila collinsiae, Actephila daii, Actephila dolichopoda, Actephila excelsa, Actephila foetida, Actephila grandifolia, Actephila latifolia, Actephila lindleyi, Actephila longipedicellata, Actephila macrantha, Actephila mearsii, Actephila merrilliana, Actephila mooreana, Actephila nitidula, Actephila ovalis, Actephila petiolaris, Actephila pierrei, Actephila platysepala, Actephila puberula, Actephila sessilifolia, Actephila subsessilis, Actephila trichogyna, Actephila bella, Actephila championiae, Actephila flavescens, Actephila plicata, Actephila traceyi, Actephila venusta, Actephila vernicosa, Actephila forsteri, Amanoa almerindae, Amanoa anomala, Amanoa bracteosa, Amanoa caribaea, Amanoa congesta, Amanoa cupatensis, Amanoa glaucophylla, Amanoa gracillima, Amanoa guianensis, Amanoa muricata, Amanoa nanayensis, Amanoa neglecta, Amanoa oblongifolia, Amanoa sinuosa, Amanoa steyermarkii,

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