Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Genus:
Species:
argyrophylla
ID:
449527

Status:
valid

Authors:
K.Larsen & C.M.Hu

Source:
ksu

Year:
1991

Citation Micro:
Nordic J. Bot. 11: 76 (1991)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000448859

Common Names

  • Maesa argyrophylla
  • Maesa Argyrophylla Bush
  • Argyrophylla Bush

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Description

Maesa argyrophylla (also called silver-leaved maesa, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that grows up to 10 meters in height. It is native to India, Sri Lanka, and Southeast Asia. It grows in tropical and subtropical forests, as well as in disturbed areas such as roadsides.

Uses & Benefits

Maesa argyrophylla is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating skin diseases and as a laxative.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Flower: White, star-shaped flowers with five petals. Seed: Small, black seeds. Seedlings: Green, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Maesa argyrophylla is a small evergreen shrub, usually growing up to 1-2 m in height. It is propagated by seed or cuttings. The seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix in a warm, sunny location. The seedlings should be transplanted when they are about 15 cm tall. The plant should be grown in full sun or partial shade and should be watered regularly.

Where to Find Maesa argyrophylla

Maesa argyrophylla can be found in India, Nepal, and Bangladesh.

Maesa argyrophylla FAQ

What are the common uses of Maesa argyrophylla?

Maesa argyrophylla is commonly used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge plant.

What is the growth rate of Maesa argyrophylla?

Maesa argyrophylla has a slow to moderate growth rate.

What is the best soil type for Maesa argyrophylla?

Maesa argyrophylla prefers well-drained, sandy soils with a pH of 6.0-7.0.

Species in the Maesa genus

Maesa fruticosa, Maesa forbesii, Maesa ferruginea, Maesa eramangensis, Maesa glomerata, Maesa efatensis, Maesa edulis, Maesa gaudichaudii, Maesa grandifolia, Maesa grandiflora, Maesa samoana, Maesa spectabilis, Maesa serpentino-picta, Maesa robinsonii, Maesa sarasinii, Maesa ruficaulis, Maesa rubiginosa, Maesa sayersii, Maesa truncata, Maesa tongensis, Maesa tomentella, Maesa tenuifolia, Maesa striata, Maesa tabacifolia, Maesa subdendata, Maesa rheophytica, Maesa tetrandra, Maesa pipericarpa, Maesa pickeringii, Maesa persicifolia, Maesa pentecostes, Maesa parviflora, Maesa papuana, Maesa paniculata, Maesa palauensis, Maesa reinwardtii, Maesa regia, Maesa reflexa, Maesa pisocarpa, Maesa purpureohirsuta, Maesa platyphylla, Maesa pulchella, Maesa pubescens, Maesa protracta, Maesa procumbens, Maesa procera, Maesa populifolia, Maesa warburgii, Maesa ziroensis, Maesa welwitschii,

Species in the Primulaceae family

Aegiceras corniculatum, Aegiceras floridum, Amblyanthopsis bhotanica, Amblyanthopsis membranacea, Amblyanthopsis philippinensis, Amblyanthus glandulosus, Amblyanthus multiflorus, Amblyanthus obovatus, Amblyanthus praetervisus, Androsace beringensis, Androsace idahoensis, Androsace adenocephala, Androsace adfinis, Androsace aflatunensis, Androsace aizoon, Androsace akbajtalensis, Androsace alaica, Androsace alaschanica, Androsace alaskana, Androsace albana, Androsace alchemilloides, Androsace alpina, Androsace americana, Androsace apus, Androsace aretioides, Androsace aretioides, Androsace argentea, Androsace armeniaca, Androsace axillaris, Androsace baltistanica, Androsace bidentata, Androsace bisulca, Androsace brachystegia, Androsace brahmaputrae, Androsace brevis, Androsace bryomorpha, Androsace bulleyana, Androsace bungeana, Androsace caduca, Androsace caespitosa, Androsace cernuiflora, Androsace chaixii, Androsace chamaejasme, Androsace ciliata, Androsace ciliifolia, Androsace constancei, Androsace coronata, Androsace cortusifolia, Androsace croftii, Androsace cuscutiformis,

References

Chi Ming Hu (b.1935): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.M.Hu' in the authors string.
Kai Larsen (1926-2012): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'K.Larsen' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:958823-1: Based on the initial data import