Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Rosales
Family:
Species:
margaretae
ID:
452499

Status:
valid

Authors:
F.Br.

Source:
ksu

Year:
1935

Citation Micro:
Bull. Bernice P. Bishop Mus. 130: 35 (1935)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000451831

Common Names

  • Margaretae Metatrophis
  • Margaret's Metatrophis
  • Metatrophis

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Description

Metatrophis margaretae (also called 'Margaret's metatrophis', among many other common names) is a species of plant in the family Myrtaceae. It is a small to medium-sized shrub with long, narrow leaves and small, white flowers. It is native to Australia, where it is found in Queensland and New South Wales. It grows in moist, sheltered areas in open forest, woodland and heath.

Uses & Benefits

Metatrophis margaretae is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used in traditional Chinese medicine.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Metatrophis margaretae is a small, yellowish-green spike, with the seed being a small, round, greenish-brown nut. The seedlings are small, round, yellowish-green and have a single, long, thin leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Metatrophis margaretae is a tropical plant that is best grown in warm, humid climates. It can be propagated by division or by seed. Plant divisions should be planted in a moist, well-drained soil and kept in partial shade. Seeds should be sown in a moist, well-drained soil and kept in partial shade. The seedlings should be kept moist until they are established.

Where to Find Metatrophis margaretae

Metatrophis margaretae can be found in tropical regions of Southeast Asia.

Metatrophis margaretae FAQ

What is the scientific name of Metatrophis margaretae?

Metatrophis margaretae

What is the natural habitat of Metatrophis margaretae?

Metatrophis margaretae is found in tropical forests of India, Sri Lanka, and Malaysia.

What is the flower color of Metatrophis margaretae?

The flowers of Metatrophis margaretae are white in color.

Species in the Metatrophis genus

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,

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