Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Sapindales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
nishimurae
ID:
453714

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Koidz.) T.Yamaz.

Source:
ksu

Year:
1997

Citation Micro:
J. Jap. Bot. 72: 249 (1997)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000453046

Common Names

  • Nishimurae Melicope
  • Nishimurae Pepper
  • Nishimurae Pelea

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Synonyms

  • Evodia kumagaiana Rehder [unknown]
  • Evodia nishimurae Koidz. [unknown]

Description

Melicope nishimurae (also called 'Kauila', among many other common names) is a small tree or shrub native to Japan. It has simple, alternate leaves and small white flowers. It is found in dry to wet forests, from sea level to about 4,000 feet.

Uses & Benefits

Melicoccus oliviformis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. Its leaves are used to make tea and its flowers are used in traditional medicine. It is also used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory and antiseptic properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Melicope nishimurae is white and has four petals. The seed is small, round and black. The seedlings are small, thin and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Melicope nishimurae is a shrub or small tree that can grow up to 10 m in height. It is native to Japan and is found in dry and mesic forests. It is propagated by seeds or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood and planted in a well-drained, sandy soil. Keep the soil moist and provide plenty of light.

Where to Find Melicope nishimurae

Melicope nishimurae is found in Japan.

Melicope nishimurae FAQ

What is the scientific name of Melicope nishimurae?

Melicope nishimurae

What type of plant is Melicope nishimurae?

It is a species of tree in the family Rutaceae

Where is Melicope nishimurae found?

It is found in Japan

Species in the Melicope genus

Melicope spathulata, Melicope taveuniensis, Melicope tahitensis, Melicope sulcata, Melicope sudestica, Melicope suberosa, Melicope sterrophylla, Melicope seemannii, Melicope steenisii, Melicope sororia, Melicope simplex, Melicope sessilis, Melicope burttiana, Melicope stellulata, Melicope vinkii, Melicope vieillardii, Melicope versteeghii, Melicope tekaoensis, Melicope trachycarpa, Melicope timorensis, Melicope pubifolia, Melicope puberula, Melicope pseudoanisata, Melicope ponapensis, Melicope segregis, Melicope polyadenia, Melicope petiolaris, Melicope perryae, Melicope perlmanii, Melicope peninsularis, Melicope polybotrya, Melicope rigoensis, Melicope savaiensis, Melicope sandwicensis, Melicope rotundifolia, Melicope quadrangularis, Melicope robbinsii, Melicope ridsdalei, Melicope revoluta, Melicope retusa, Melicope reticulata, Melicope reflexa, Melicope ramuliflora, Melicope vitiflora, Melicope robusta, Melicope woitapensis, Melicope wawraeana, Melicope wailauensis, Melicope waialealae, Melicope volcanica,

Species in the Rutaceae family

Acmadenia alternifolia, Acmadenia argillophila, Acmadenia baileyensis, Acmadenia bodkinii, Acmadenia burchellii, Acmadenia candida, Acmadenia densifolia, Acmadenia faucitincta, Acmadenia flaccida, Acmadenia fruticosa, Acmadenia gracilis, Acmadenia heterophylla, Acmadenia kiwanensis, Acmadenia latifolia, Acmadenia laxa, Acmadenia macradenia, Acmadenia macropetala, Acmadenia maculata, Acmadenia matroosbergensis, Acmadenia mundiana, Acmadenia nivea, Acmadenia nivenii, Acmadenia obtusata, Acmadenia patentifolia, Acmadenia rourkeana, Acmadenia rupicola, Acmadenia sheilae, Acmadenia tenax, Acmadenia teretifolia, Acmadenia tetracarpellata, Acmadenia tetragona, Acmadenia trigona, Acmadenia tenax, Acmadenia argillophila, Acmadenia macradenia, Acmadenia teretifolia, Acmadenia wittebergensis, Acradenia euodiiformis, Acradenia frankliniae, Acronychia richards-beehleri, Acronychia aberrans, Acronychia acidula, Acronychia acronychioides, Acronychia acuminata, Acronychia arfakensis, Acronychia baeuerlenii, Acronychia brassii, Acronychia carrii, Acronychia cartilaginea, Acronychia chooreechillum,

References

Gen-ichi Koidzumi (1883-1953): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Koidz.' in the authors string.
Takasi Yamazaki (1921-2007): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'T.Yamaz.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:997101-1: Based on the initial data import