Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malvales
Species:
manomboensis
ID:
628541

Status:
valid

Authors:
Lowry, G.E.Schatz, J.-F.Leroy & A.-E.Wolf

Source:
iplants

Year:
1999

Citation Micro:
Adansonia , sér. 3, 21: 199 (1999)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000627873

Common Names

  • Manombo Schizolaena
  • Manombo Laurel
  • Manomboensis Schizolaena

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Description

Schizolaena manomboensis (also called Manombo Schizolaena, among many other common names) is a medium-sized evergreen tree native to Madagascar. It has a dense, rounded crown and grows up to 15 m tall. Its leaves are glossy, dark green and lanceolate, and its flowers are small and yellow-green. It is found in wet sclerophyll forests and rainforest margins.

Uses & Benefits

Schizolaena manomboensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscaping. It is also used for its medicinal properties, such as for treating skin ailments and digestive disorders.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Schizolaena manomboensis has small, white, bell-shaped flowers and small, black, shiny seeds. The seedlings have small, oval-shaped leaves with a waxy texture.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Schizolaena manomboensis can be propagated by seed. The seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. The seedlings should be transplanted when they are large enough to handle. It can also be propagated by cuttings. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and rooted in a well-drained soil mix. The cuttings should be kept moist and in a warm, bright location.

Where to Find Schizolaena manomboensis

Schizolaena manomboensis is native to Madagascar and can be found in the northern and eastern parts of the island.

Schizolaena manomboensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Schizolaena manomboensis?

Schizolaena manomboensis

What is the common name of Schizolaena manomboensis?

Manombo Schizolaena

What is the natural habitat of Schizolaena manomboensis?

Rainforest

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

Jean-François Leroy (1915-1999): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.-F.Leroy' in the authors string.
Porter Peter Lowry (b.1956): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lowry' in the authors string.
George Edward Schatz (b.1953): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'G.E.Schatz' in the authors string.
Anne-Elizabeth Wolf (b.1951): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.-E.Wolf' in the authors string.