Status:
valid
Authors:
G.E.Schatz, Lowry & Rakotovao
Source:
Catalogue of the Plants of Madagascar (Tropicos)
Year:
2013
Citation Micro:
Candollea 68: 281 (2013)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001315137
Common Names
- Prockiopsis razakamalalae
- Razakamalalae prockiopsis
- Razakamalalae prockiopsis
Description
Prockiopsis razakamalalae (also called Razakamalalae, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree native to Madagascar. It has a dense, spreading crown and can grow up to 4 m tall. It is found in dry deciduous forests and coastal areas, often in sandy soils.
Uses & Benefits
Prockiopsis razakamalalae is a medicinal plant used to treat various ailments such as fever, headache, and stomach ache. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a food source for livestock.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Prockiopsis razakamalalae is white and has five petals. The seed is small and round with a dark brown color. The seedlings are small and have a light green color.
Cultivation and Propagation
Prockiopsis razakamalalae is a shrub or small tree that grows in full sun or partial shade. It is propagated by seed or cuttings. The seed should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood and rooted in a moist soil mix.
Where to Find Prockiopsis razakamalalae
Prockiopsis razakamalalae is a species of plant found in Madagascar.
Prockiopsis razakamalalae FAQ
What is the scientific name of Prockiopsis razakamalalae?
Prockiopsis razakamalalae
What is the common name of Prockiopsis razakamalalae?
Razakamalalae prockiopsis
What is the natural habitat of Prockiopsis razakamalalae?
Prockiopsis razakamalalae is native to the tropical rainforests of Madagascar
Species in the Prockiopsis genus
Species in the Achariaceae family
Acharia tragodes,
Ahernia glandulosa,
Baileyoxylon lanceolatum,
Buchnerodendron lasiocalyx,
Buchnerodendron speciosum,
Caloncoba brevipes,
Caloncoba crepiniana,
Caloncoba echinata,
Caloncoba flagelliflora,
Caloncoba gilgiana,
Caloncoba glauca,
Caloncoba lophocarpa,
Caloncoba subtomentosa,
Caloncoba suffruticosa,
Caloncoba welwitschii,
Camptostylus kivuensis,
Camptostylus mannii,
Camptostylus ovalis,
Carpotroche amazonica,
Carpotroche brasiliensis,
Carpotroche criapidentata,
Carpotroche froesiana,
Carpotroche grandiflora,
Carpotroche integrifolia,
Carpotroche longifolia,
Carpotroche pacifica,
Carpotroche platyptera,
Carpotroche ramosii,
Carpotroche surinamensis,
Carpotroche grandiflora,
Carpotroche crispidentata,
Carpotroche caceresiae,
Ceratiosicyos laevis,
Chiangiodendron mexicanum,
Chlorocarpa pentaschista,
Dasylepis blackii,
Dasylepis eggelingii,
Dasylepis integra,
Dasylepis racemosa,
Dasylepis seretii,
Dasylepis thomasii,
Eleutherandra pes-cervi,
Erythrospermum acuminatissimum,
Erythrospermum ampullaceum,
Erythrospermum boivinianum,
Erythrospermum candidum,
Erythrospermum capitatum,
Erythrospermum coffeaefolium,
Erythrospermum corymbosum,
Erythrospermum crassipes,
References
Charles Rakotovao: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Rakotovao' in the authors string.