Status:
valid
Authors:
(Blume) Backer
Source:
cmp
Year:
1911
Citation Micro:
Schoolfl. Java : 36 (1911)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000372365
Common Names
- Marsypopetalum Pallidum
- Pale Marsypopetalum
- Pale-Flowered Marsypopetalum
Description
Marsypopetalum pallidum (also called Pale marsypopetalum, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree with white flowers and a yellowish-green fruit. It is native to Mexico and Central America and is found in dry forests and scrublands.
Uses & Benefits
Marsypopetalum pallidum is used for its medicinal properties, such as treating fever, cough, and asthma. It is also used as a dye for fabrics and as a natural insect repellent.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Marsypopetalum pallidum has small, white flowers that are arranged in clusters. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are slender and have long, narrow leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Marsypopetalum pallidum is a small shrub that can be propagated from cuttings or seeds. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can tolerate some drought but should be watered regularly. Pruning is recommended to keep the plant compact and encourage flowering.
Where to Find Marsypopetalum pallidum
Marsypopetalum pallidum is native to tropical regions of Africa, Asia, and Australia.
Marsypopetalum pallidum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Marsypopetalum pallidum?
Marsypopetalum pallidum
What is the common name of Marsypopetalum pallidum?
Pale Marsypopetalum
What is the natural habitat of Marsypopetalum pallidum?
It is found in wet meadows, marshes, and other wet areas
Species in the Marsypopetalum genus
Species in the Annonaceae family
Afroguatteria bequaertii,
Afroguatteria globosa,
Afroguatteria discostigma,
Alphonsea boniana,
Alphonsea curtisii,
Alphonsea cylindrica,
Alphonsea elliptica,
Alphonsea gaudichaudiana,
Alphonsea hainanensis,
Alphonsea havilandii,
Alphonsea hortensis,
Alphonsea javanica,
Alphonsea johorensis,
Alphonsea keithii,
Alphonsea kinabaluensis,
Alphonsea kingii,
Alphonsea lucida,
Alphonsea lutea,
Alphonsea maingayi,
Alphonsea malayana,
Alphonsea mollis,
Alphonsea monogyna,
Alphonsea orthopetala,
Alphonsea ovata,
Alphonsea papuasica,
Alphonsea philastreana,
Alphonsea siamensis,
Alphonsea sonlaensis,
Alphonsea stenogyna,
Alphonsea tonquinensis,
Alphonsea tsangyanensis,
Alphonsea ventricosa,
Alphonsea zeylanica,
Alphonsea borneensis,
Alphonsea rugosa,
Alphonsea glandulosa,
Alphonsea pallida,
Alphonsea annulata,
Alphonsea isthmicola,
Alphonsea longicarpa,
Alphonsea phuwuaensis,
Ambavia capuronii,
Ambavia gerrardii,
Anaxagorea acuminata,
Anaxagorea allenii,
Anaxagorea angustifolia,
Anaxagorea borneensis,
Anaxagorea brachycarpa,
Anaxagorea brevipedicellata,
Anaxagorea brevipes,