Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Sapindales
Species:
scalarinervis
ID:
373056

Status:
valid

Authors:
Kochummen

Source:
ksu

Year:
1996

Citation Micro:
Sandakania 7: 88 (1996)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000372388

Common Names

  • Melanochyla Scalarinervis
  • Scaly-Nerved Melanochyla
  • Scaly-Veined Melanochyla

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Description

Melanochyla scalarinervis (also called 'Scaly-veined Melanochyla', among many other common names) is a shrub native to Southeast Asia. It has a spreading habit and grows up to 3 meters tall. It prefers humid climates and is found in lowland forests and scrublands.

Uses & Benefits

Melanochyla scalarinervis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments such as fever, colds, and headaches.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Melanochyla scalarinervis has small, yellow-green flowers that are clustered together. The seeds are small, black and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small, green and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Melanochyla scalarinervis is a tropical perennial shrub that can be propagated from stem cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate light frost. Prune regularly to encourage new growth and flowering.

Where to Find Melanochyla scalarinervis

Melanochyla scalarinervis is native to tropical regions of Africa, Asia, and Australia.

Melanochyla scalarinervis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Melanochyla scalarinervis?

Melanochyla scalarinervis

What is the common name of Melanochyla scalarinervis?

Scaly-Nerved Carpetweed

What is the natural habitat of Melanochyla scalarinervis?

Dry grasslands, open forests, and disturbed sites

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Abrahamia buxifolia, Abrahamia thouvenotii, Abrahamia littoralis, Abrahamia latifolia, Abrahamia minutifolia, Abrahamia ditimena, Abrahamia betamponensis, Abrahamia capuronii, Abrahamia delphinensis, Abrahamia ellipticarpa, Abrahamia elongata, Abrahamia itromoensis, Abrahamia turkii, Abrahamia deflexa, Abrahamia grandidieri, Abrahamia humbertii, Abrahamia ibityensis, Abrahamia lecomtei, Abrahamia lenticellata, Abrahamia lokobensis, Abrahamia longipetiolata, Abrahamia louvelii, Abrahamia nitida, Abrahamia oblongifolia, Abrahamia pauciflora, Abrahamia phillipsonii, Abrahamia sambiranensis, Abrahamia sericea, Abrahamia suarezensis, Abrahamia viguieri, Abrahamia revoluta, Abrahamia antongilensis, Abrahamia darainensis, Abrahamia patrickii, Actinocheita filicina, Allospondias lakonensis, Allospondias laxiflora, Amphipterygium simplicifolium, Amphipterygium adstringens, Amphipterygium amplifolium, Amphipterygium glaucum, Amphipterygium molle, Anacardium amapaense, Anacardium amilcarianum, Anacardium brasiliense, Anacardium caracolii, Anacardium corymbosum, Anacardium curatellifolium, Anacardium excelsum, Anacardium fruticosum,