Status:
valid
Authors:
Rech.
Source:
ksu
Year:
1912
Citation Micro:
Repert. Spec. Nov. Regni Veg. 11: 181 (1912)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000451571
Common Names
- Maoutia salomonensis
- Solomon Maoutia
- Solomon Tree
Description
Maoutia salomonensis (also called Indian toothbrush tree, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Phyllanthaceae. It is native to India, Sri Lanka, and the Andaman and Nicobar Islands. It grows in moist and shady forests.
Uses & Benefits
Maoutia salomonensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a groundcover in tropical climates.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Maoutia salomonensis has small, white flowers with yellow centers. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are thin and fragile with long, narrow leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Maoutia salomonensis is a tropical plant that is easy to grow and propagate. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. It can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring or summer in a warm, sunny location. Division can be done in spring or autumn, when the plant is actively growing.
Where to Find Maoutia salomonensis
Maoutia salomonensis can be found in the tropical rainforests of Central and South America.
Maoutia salomonensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Maoutia salomonensis?
Maoutia salomonensis
What is the common name of Maoutia salomonensis?
Maoutia
What is the family of Maoutia salomonensis?
Moraceae
Species in the Maoutia genus
Maoutia australis,
Maoutia odontophylla,
Maoutia lanceolata,
Maoutia gracilis,
Maoutia salomonensis,
Maoutia warburgii,
Maoutia samoensis,
Maoutia setosa,
Maoutia diversifolia,
Maoutia ambigua,
Species in the Urticaceae family
Archiboehmeria atrata,
Astrothalamus reticulatus,
Australina flaccida,
Australina pusilla,
Australina pusilla,
Boehmeria aspera,
Boehmeria balslevii,
Boehmeria beyeri,
Boehmeria brevirostris,
Boehmeria bullata,
Boehmeria burgeriana,
Boehmeria caudata,
Boehmeria celtidifolia,
Boehmeria clidemioides,
Boehmeria conica,
Boehmeria cylindrica,
Boehmeria densiflora,
Boehmeria depauperata,
Boehmeria didymogyne,
Boehmeria dura,
Boehmeria egregia,
Boehmeria excelsa,
Boehmeria grandis,
Boehmeria hamiltoniana,
Boehmeria helferi,
Boehmeria heterophylla,
Boehmeria holosericea,
Boehmeria japonica,
Boehmeria kiusiana,
Boehmeria kurzii,
Boehmeria lanceolata,
Boehmeria martii,
Boehmeria multiflora,
Boehmeria nakashimae,
Boehmeria nivea,
Boehmeria ourantha,
Boehmeria pavonii,
Boehmeria penduliflora,
Boehmeria pilosiuscula,
Boehmeria platanifolia,
Boehmeria polystachya,
Boehmeria radiata,
Boehmeria ramiflora,
Boehmeria repens,
Boehmeria rugosissima,
Boehmeria siamensis,
Boehmeria sieboldiana,
Boehmeria spicigera,
Boehmeria splitgerbera,
Boehmeria ternifolia,