Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Genus:
Species:
microstachya
ID:
249902

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Tul.) Müll.Arg.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1866

Citation Micro:
Prodr. 15(2): 474 (1866)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000249234

Common Names

  • Aporosa Microstachya
  • Microstachya Aporosa
  • Small-Spiked Aporosa

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Synonyms

  • Lepidostachys griffithii Planch. ex Pax & K.Hoffm. [unknown]
  • Aporosa tulasneana Baill. [illegitimate]
  • Scepa microstachya Tul. [unknown]

Description

Aporosa microstachya (also called Small-spike Aporosa, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree with fragrant white flowers. It is native to India and is found in dry sclerophyll forests and woodlands. It has a dense, rounded habit and grows up to 3 meters tall.

Uses & Benefits

Aporosa microstachya is used as an ornamental plant, for its essential oils, and as a hedge. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating digestive problems, skin diseases, and respiratory problems.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Aporosa microstachya has small white flowers with five petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with small, oval leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Aporosa microstachya is a shrub that grows to 3m in height and is native to India. It can be propagated from cuttings or seeds. Cuttings should be taken from the current season's growth and planted in a well-drained potting mix. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a well-drained potting mix and kept moist. Once established, the plants should be watered regularly and fertilised every few months.

Where to Find Aporosa microstachya

Aporosa microstachya is native to India and is found in the wild in the Western Ghats region.

Aporosa microstachya FAQ

What is the scientific name of Aporosa microstachya?

Aporosa microstachya

What type of plant is Aporosa microstachya?

Evergreen shrub

Where does Aporosa microstachya grow?

Tropical Africa

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-13289: Based on the initial data import
Johannes Müller Argoviensis (1828-1896): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Müll.Arg.' in the authors string.
Edmond Tulasne (1815-1885): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Tul.' in the authors string.