Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Species:
pubescens
ID:
959473

Status:
valid

Authors:
Blume

Source:
wcs

Year:
1826

Citation Micro:
Bijdr. Fl. Ned. Ind. : 954 (1826)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000958811

Common Names

  • Pubescent Amaracarpus
  • Pubescent Amaranth
  • Pubescent Amaranthus

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Description

Amaracarpus pubescens (also called Pubescent Amaracarpus, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Myrtaceae. It is native to New Guinea. It typically grows in tropical and subtropical forests.

Uses & Benefits

Amaracarpus pubescens is used as an ornamental plant and for its medicinal properties. It is also used as a source of timber and fuel.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Amaracarpus pubescens sub. pubescens
Amaracarpus pubescens sub. microphyllus (Miq.) A.P.Davis

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Amaracarpus pubescens has white flowers, small, black seeds and small seedlings.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Amaracarpus pubescens is a shrub or small tree that grows up to 4 m tall. It is native to tropical South America. It is easy to propagate from cuttings. Take cuttings from the tips of new growth in spring or early summer. Place the cuttings in a pot filled with a well-draining potting mix and keep them moist. The cuttings should root within a few weeks.

Where to Find Amaracarpus pubescens

Amaracarpus pubescens can be found in the tropical forests of Southeast Asia.

Species in the Rubiaceae family

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