Status:
valid
Authors:
Pax & K.Hoffm.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1922
Citation Micro:
Pflanzenr. , IV, 147, XV: 91 (1922)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000248677
Common Names
- Aporosa Flexuosa
- Flexuosa Aporosa
- Aporosa Flexuosa
Description
Aporosa flexuosa (also called Flexuous Aporosa, among many other common names) is a small shrub or tree native to Southeast Asia. It has small, glossy leaves and white flowers. It is found in dry, rocky areas and along the edges of forests.
Uses & Benefits
Aporosa flexuosa is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments such as fever, headache, and stomachache.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Aporosa flexuosa has white flowers with five petals and yellow stamens. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have small, oval-shaped leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Aporosa flexuosa can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and rooted in a well-drained soil mix. Keep the soil moist and provide bright, indirect light.
Where to Find Aporosa flexuosa
Aporosa flexuosa can be found in the tropical regions of South America, including Brazil, Colombia, and Peru.
Aporosa flexuosa FAQ
What is the scientific name of Aporosa flexuosa?
Aporosa flexuosa
What is the family of Aporosa flexuosa?
Euphorbiaceae
What is the common name of Aporosa flexuosa?
Flexuous Aporosa
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