Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
mayottensis
ID:
222398

Status:
valid

Authors:
Labat, M.Pignal & O.Pascal

Source:
wcs

Year:
1997

Citation Micro:
Adansonia , sér. 3, 19: 214 (1997)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000221727

Common Names

  • Labramia mayottensis
  • Mayotte Labramia
  • Mayotte-Growing Labramia

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Description

Labramia mayottensis (also called Mayotte labramia, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that grows up to 5 m tall. It is native to Madagascar and is found in dry deciduous forests. It has white flowers and grey-green leaves.

Uses & Benefits

Labramia mayottensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge. It has a pleasant aroma and is often used in aromatherapy. It is also used as a medicinal plant for its anti-inflammatory and antiseptic properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Labramia mayottensis has small, white flowers with yellow anthers and a single, yellow-green seed. The seedlings are small and have a single, long stem with a few leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cultivation and propagation of Labramia mayottensis: This species is propagated by seed. The seed should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. The seedlings should be transplanted when they are large enough to handle. The plant should be grown in full sun or partial shade and should be protected from strong winds. It should be fertilized regularly with a balanced fertilizer.

Where to Find Labramia mayottensis

Labramia mayottensis is native to Madagascar and can be found in the eastern and western regions of the island.

Labramia mayottensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Labramia mayottensis?

Labramia mayottensis

What is the natural habitat of Labramia mayottensis?

Tropical rainforests of Central and South America

What is the color of Labramia mayottensis's flowers?

White or greenish-white

Species in the Sapotaceae family

Afrosersalisia rwandensis, Amorphospermum antilogum, Argania spinosa, Aubregrinia taiensis, Aulandra beccarii, Aulandra cauliflora, Aulandra longifolia, Autranella congolensis, Baillonella toxisperma, Beccariella balansana, Beccariella crebrifolia, Beccariella lasiantha, Beccariella novocaledonica, Beccariella xerocarpa, Beccariella brownlessiana, Boerlagella spectabilis, Breviea sericea, Burckella banikiensis, Burckella erythrophylla, Burckella fijiensis, Burckella hillii, Burckella macropoda, Burckella magusum, Burckella obovata, Burckella parvifolia, Burckella polymera, Burckella poolei, Burckella richii, Burckella sorei, Burckella thurstonii, Capurodendron androyense, Capurodendron ankaranense, Capurodendron antongiliense, Capurodendron apollonioides, Capurodendron bakeri, Capurodendron costatum, Capurodendron delphinense, Capurodendron gracilifolium, Capurodendron greveanum, Capurodendron ludiifolium, Capurodendron madagascariense, Capurodendron mandrarense, Capurodendron microphyllum, Capurodendron nodosum, Capurodendron perrieri, Capurodendron pervillei, Capurodendron pseudoterminalia, Capurodendron rubrocostatum, Capurodendron rufescens, Capurodendron sakalavum,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-106692: Based on the initial data import
Jean-Noël Labat (1959-2011): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Labat' in the authors string.
Marc M. Pignal (b.1964): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'M.Pignal' in the authors string.
Olivier Pascal: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'O.Pascal' in the authors string.