Margaritaria hispidula - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
hispidula
ID:
236987
Status:
valid
Authors:
G.L.Webster
Source:
wcs
Year:
1979
Citation Micro:
J. Arnold Arbor. 60: 432 (1979)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000236319
Common Names
- Margaritaria hispidula
- Hairy Margaritaria
- Margaritaria
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Margaritaria hispidula (also called Hispidula, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that grows up to 8 m tall. It is native to Central America and the Caribbean, and is found in tropical moist lowland forests. Its leaves are simple, alternate, and have entire margins.
Uses & Benefits
Margaritaria hispidula is used for its ornamental value and is often planted in gardens and parks. It is also used as a hedge plant and as a windbreak.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Margaritaria hispidula is white and has four petals. The seed is small and round, with a black or brown color. The seedlings are thin and have a few leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Margaritaria hispidula can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or summer in a well-drained soil. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and rooted in a well-drained soil. The plant should be grown in full sun to partial shade and requires regular watering.
Where to Find Margaritaria hispidula
Margaritaria hispidula is native to Madagascar and can be found in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests.
Margaritaria hispidula FAQ
What is the scientific name of Margaritaria hispidula?
Margaritaria hispidula
What are the common names of Margaritaria hispidula?
No common names
What is the natural habitat of Margaritaria hispidula?
It is found in tropical rainforests of Central and South America
Species in the Margaritaria genus
Margaritaria anomala, Margaritaria cyanosperma, Margaritaria decaryana, Margaritaria discoidea, Margaritaria dubium-traceyi, Margaritaria hispidula, Margaritaria hotteana, Margaritaria indica, Margaritaria luzoniensis, Margaritaria nobilis, Margaritaria rhomboidalis, Margaritaria scandens, Margaritaria tetracocca,
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-120581: Based on the initial data import
Grady Webster (1927-2005): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'G.L.Webster' in the authors string.