Status:
valid
Authors:
Boerl.
Source:
ksu
Year:
1900
Citation Micro:
Handl. Fl. Ned. Ind. 3: 381 (1900)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000451589
Common Names
- Maoutia warburgii
- Warburg's Maoutia
- Warburg's Tree
Synonyms
- Maoutia rugosa Warb. [unknown]
Description
Maoutia warburgii (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 warburgii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Maoutia warburgii 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 warburgii 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 warburgii
Maoutia warburgii is native to India and can be found in moist, shady areas.
Maoutia warburgii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Maoutia warburgii?
Maoutia warburgii
What is the common name of Maoutia warburgii?
Warburg's Maoutia
What is the natural habitat of Maoutia warburgii?
Maoutia warburgii is native to India and is found in moist and shady areas.
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,