Status:
valid
Authors:
Airy Shaw
Source:
wcs
Year:
1974
Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 29: 283 (1974)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000248787
Common Names
- Aporosa Granularis
- Granularis Aporosa
- Aporosa Granularis
Description
Aporosa granularis (also called Granular Aporosa, among many other common names) is a small, evergreen tree or shrub with dark green, glossy leaves. It is native to the tropical and subtropical regions of South America and is found in moist forests and along riverbanks.
Uses & Benefits
Aporosa granularis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a hedge plant and for topiary. The leaves and flowers are used in herbal teas and the essential oil is used in perfumes and cosmetics.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Aporosa granularis has small white flowers with five petals, each about 2 mm long. The seeds are small, black and globose. The seedlings are small, with oval leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Aporosa granularis can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken in late summer or early autumn and rooted in a moist soil mix. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil.
Where to Find Aporosa granularis
Aporosa granularis can be found in the tropical regions of India, Sri Lanka, and Malaysia.
Aporosa granularis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Aporosa granularis?
Aporosa granularis
What is the common name of Aporosa granularis?
Granular Aporosa
What is the natural habitat of Aporosa granularis?
Aporosa granularis is found in tropical and subtropical regions of Africa, Asia, and Australia.
Species in the Aporosa genus
Species in the Phyllanthaceae family
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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,