Aporosa leptochrysandra - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
leptochrysandra
ID:
249655
Status:
valid
Authors:
Airy Shaw
Source:
wcs
Year:
1966
Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 20: 381 (1966)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000248987
Common Names
- Aporosa leptochrysandra
- Leptochrysandra Aporosa
- Aporosa Leptochrysandra
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Aporosa leptochrysandra (also called Leptochrysandra Bitter Bark, among many other common names) is a medium-sized evergreen tree with a spreading canopy and leathery, dark green leaves. It is native to Southeast Asia and is commonly found in lowland rainforests.
Uses & Benefits
Aporosa leptochrysandra is used as a traditional medicine for treating fever, headaches, and stomach aches. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of timber for construction.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Aporosa leptochrysandra is a white to pinkish-white, five-petaled flower. The seed is a small, black, ovoid seed. The seedlings are small, with a single stem and a pair of opposite leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Aporosa leptochrysandra can be propagated by seed, cuttings, or layering. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a well-drained seedbed. Cuttings should be taken in late summer or early fall and rooted in a sandy, well-drained medium. Layering can be done in late summer or early fall by burying a low-growing stem and covering it with soil. Once rooted, the new plant can be separated from the parent plant.
Where to Find Aporosa leptochrysandra
Aporosa leptochrysandra is native to tropical Africa and can be found in tropical rainforests.
Aporosa leptochrysandra FAQ
What are the common uses of Aporosa leptochrysandra?
Aporosa leptochrysandra is commonly used as an ornamental plant, for medicinal purposes, and as a food source.
What is the optimal growing environment for Aporosa leptochrysandra?
Aporosa leptochrysandra prefers a warm, humid environment with plenty of sunlight.
What is the lifespan of Aporosa leptochrysandra?
Aporosa leptochrysandra typically has a lifespan of 5-7 years.
Species in the Aporosa genus
Species in the Phyllanthaceae family
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References
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-13266: Based on the initial data import
Herbert Kenneth Airy Shaw (1902-1985): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Airy Shaw' in the authors string.