Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Genus:
Species:
praegrandifolia
ID:
341090

Status:
valid

Authors:
(S.Moore) Schot

Source:
wcs

Year:
2004

Citation Micro:
Blumea, Suppl. 17: 309 (2004)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000340422

Common Names

  • Praegrandifolia Aporosa
  • Praegrandifolia Tree
  • Aporosa praegrandifolia

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Synonyms

  • Antidesma praegrandifolium S.Moore [unknown]
  • Aporosa petiolaris Airy Shaw [unknown]

Description

Aporosa praegrandifolia (also called Large-leaved Aporosa, among many other common names) is a small, evergreen shrub native to the Mediterranean region. It has small, glossy, dark green leaves and small, white flowers. It grows in rocky, sandy soils and prefers full sun.

Uses & Benefits

Aporosa praegrandifolia is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and homes. It is also used for its medicinal properties to treat skin diseases, fever, and as an anti-inflammatory.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Aporosa praegrandifolia has small, white flowers with yellow centers and long, thin seed pods. The seedlings are small and have thin, delicate stems. The seeds are small and black.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Aporosa praegrandifolia is a perennial shrub native to tropical regions of Asia. It is best grown in moist, well-drained soil in full sun to partial shade. Propagation is best done through cuttings or by seed. Seeds should be sown in a warm, moist environment and kept at a temperature of around 70°F (21°C). The seedlings should be transplanted to a larger pot when they are large enough to handle.

Where to Find Aporosa praegrandifolia

Aporosa praegrandifolia is native to India and can be found in the Western Ghats.

Aporosa praegrandifolia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Aporosa praegrandifolia?

Aporosa praegrandifolia

What is the common name of Aporosa praegrandifolia?

Large-leaved Aporosa

What type of plant is Aporosa praegrandifolia?

Herbaceous perennial

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-220643: Based on the initial data import
Spencer Le Marchant Moore (1850-1931): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'S.Moore' in the authors string.
Anne M. Schot (b.1995): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Schot' in the authors string.