Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Genus:
Species:
lunata
ID:
249770

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Miq.) Kurz

Source:
wcs

Year:
1873

Citation Micro:
J. Asiat. Soc. Bengal, Pt. 2, Nat. Hist. 42: 239 (1873)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000249102

Common Names

  • Aporosa lunata
  • Lunata Aporosa
  • Aporosa Lunata

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Synonyms

  • Antidesma lunatum Miq. [unknown]
  • Bridelia rugosa Miq. [unknown]

Description

Aporosa lunata (also called 'Lunar Aporosa', among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that can grow up to 8 m tall. It is native to Southeast Asia and is found in moist, tropical habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Aporosa lunata is used as an ornamental plant, as a hedge, and as a windbreak. It is also used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory and antiseptic properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Aporosa lunata is white and has five petals. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Aporosa lunata can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a light, well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and rooted in a light, well-drained soil mix. Both methods should be kept in a warm, bright location.

Where to Find Aporosa lunata

Aporosa lunata is native to Southeast Asia.

Aporosa lunata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Aporosa lunata?

Aporosa lunata

What is the family of Aporosa lunata?

Euphorbiaceae

What is the common name of Aporosa lunata?

Lunar Aporosa

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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-13277: Based on the initial data import
Friedrich Anton Wilhelm Miquel (1811-1871): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Miq.' in the authors string.
Wilhelm Sulpiz Kurz (1834-1878): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kurz' in the authors string.