Status:
valid
Authors:
Wall. ex Kurz
Source:
cmp
Year:
1873
Citation Micro:
J. Asiat. Soc. Bengal, Pt. 2, Nat. Hist. 42: 64 (1873)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000572711
Common Names
- Brucea mollis
- Soft Brucea
- Mollis Brucea
Synonyms
- Lussa mollis Kuntze [unknown]
- Brucea acuminata H.L.Li [unknown]
- Brucea luzoniensis S.Vidal [unknown]
- Brucea macrobotrys Merr. [unknown]
- Brucea membranacea Merr. [unknown]
- Brucea stendphylla Merr. [unknown]
Description
Brucea mollis (also called Soft Brucea, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant native to tropical and subtropical regions of Africa. It is a small shrub growing to a height of up to 2 metres (6 ft). It grows in moist, shady habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Brucea mollis is used as an ornamental plant and for its timber. Its timber is used for making furniture, musical instruments, and other wood products. The leaves and bark of the plant are used for medicinal purposes.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Brucea mollis has small white flowers with five petals and yellow anthers. The seed is small, round and black. The seedlings are small and have a single cotyledon.
Cultivation and Propagation
Brucea mollis can be propagated through seed or cuttings. It is best grown in a moist, well-drained soil in partial shade. It is best to keep the soil evenly moist and to avoid over-watering. Fertilize regularly with a balanced fertilizer.
Where to Find Brucea mollis
Brucea mollis is native to tropical Asia and can be found in moist forest areas.
Brucea mollis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Brucea mollis?
Brucea mollis
What is the family of Brucea mollis?
Simaroubaceae
What is the natural habitat of Brucea mollis?
Tropical and subtropical moist forests
Species in the Brucea genus
Species in the Simaroubaceae family
Ailanthus vietnamensis,
Ailanthus altissima,
Ailanthus excelsus,
Ailanthus fordii,
Ailanthus integrifolia,
Ailanthus triphysa,
Amaroria soulameoides,
Brucea antidysenterica,
Brucea bruceadelpha,
Brucea guineensis,
Brucea javanica,
Brucea macrocarpa,
Brucea mollis,
Brucea tenuifolia,
Brucea tonkinensis,
Brucea trichotoma,
Castela calcicola,
Castela coccinea,
Castela depressa,
Castela emoryi,
Castela erecta,
Castela galapageia,
Castela jacquiniifolia,
Castela leonis,
Castela macrophylla,
Castela peninsularis,
Castela polyandra,
Castela retusa,
Castela spinosa,
Castela stewartii,
Castela tortuosa,
Castela tweediei,
Castela victorinii,
Eurycoma apiculata,
Eurycoma harmandiana,
Eurycoma longifolia,
Gymnostemon zaizou,
Homalolepis salubris,
Homalolepis suaveolens,
Homalolepis subcymosa,
Homalolepis suffruticosa,
Homalolepis tocantina,
Homalolepis warmingiana,
Homalolepis arenaria,
Homalolepis cavalcantei,
Homalolepis cuneata,
Homalolepis docensis,
Homalolepis floribunda,
Homalolepis insignis,
Homalolepis intermedia,