Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malvales
Species:
masoalensis
ID:
627695

Status:
valid

Authors:
G.E.Schatz & Lowry

Source:
iplants

Year:
2001

Citation Micro:
Adansonia , sér. 3, 23: 183 (2001)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000627027

Common Names

  • Leptolaena masoalensis
  • Masoala Leptolaena
  • Masoalensis Leptolaena

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Description

Leptolaena masoalensis (also called Leptolaena, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree with a height of up to 10 meters. It is native to Madagascar and grows in lowland and montane forests.

Uses & Benefits

Leptolaena masoalensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Flower: small, white flowers with yellow anthers. Seed: small, black and shiny. Seedlings: small, dark green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Leptolaena masoalensis is a shrub that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can be grown in a variety of climates.

Where to Find Leptolaena masoalensis

Leptolaena masoalensis is native to Madagascar and can be found in dry deciduous forests.

Leptolaena masoalensis FAQ

What are the common names of Leptolaena masoalensis?

Masoala Leptolaena

What is the scientific classification of Leptolaena masoalensis?

Kingdom: Plantae; Order: Poales; Family: Poaceae; Subfamily: Bambusoideae; Tribe: Bambuseae; Genus: Leptolaena; Species: L. masoalensis

What is the native range of Leptolaena masoalensis?

Madagascar

Species in the Sarcolaenaceae family

Eremolaena darainensis, Eremolaena humblotiana, Eremolaena rotundifolia, Leptolaena abrahamii, Leptolaena arenaria, Leptolaena cuspidata, Leptolaena delphinensis, Leptolaena gautieri, Leptolaena masoalensis, Leptolaena multiflora, Leptolaena pauciflora, Leptolaena raymondii, Mediusella bernieri, Pentachlaena betamponensis, Pentachlaena latifolia, Pentachlaena orientalis, Pentachlaena vestita, Perrierodendron boinense, Perrierodendron capuronii, Perrierodendron occidentale, Perrierodendron quartzitorum, Perrierodendron rodoense, Rhodolaena acutifolia, Rhodolaena altivola, Rhodolaena bakeriana, Rhodolaena coriacea, Rhodolaena humblotii, Rhodolaena leroyana, Rhodolaena macrocarpa, Sarcolaena codonochlamys, Sarcolaena delphinensis, Sarcolaena eriophora, Sarcolaena grandiflora, Sarcolaena humbertiana, Sarcolaena isaloensis, Sarcolaena multiflora, Sarcolaena oblongifolia, Schizolaena capuronii, Schizolaena cauliflora, Schizolaena cavacoana, Schizolaena charlotteae, Schizolaena elongata, Schizolaena exinvolucrata, Schizolaena gereaui, Schizolaena hystrix, Schizolaena isaloensis, Schizolaena manomboensis, Schizolaena masoalensis, Schizolaena microphylla, Schizolaena milleri,

References