Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Magnoliales
Family:
Species:
microtrichus
ID:
394663

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Engl. & Diels) Ghesq. ex Pellegr.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1950

Citation Micro:
Mém. Publiés Soc. Bot. France 1949: 68 (1950)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000393995



Common Names

  • Polyceratocarpus Microtrichus
  • Microtrichus Polyceratocarpus
  • Microtrichus False Ceratocarpus


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Description

Polyceratocarpus microtrichus (also called African Yam, among many other common names) is a small, perennial herb native to tropical Africa. It has long, tuberous roots and grows in tropical and subtropical forests, woodlands, and savannas.

Uses & Benefits

Polyceratocarpus microtrichus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It has attractive foliage and produces fragrant flowers. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat fever, headaches, and other ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Polyceratocarpus microtrichus is small and yellow, with a white center. The seed is a small, round, black seed. The seedlings are small and have a reddish-brown stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Polyceratocarpus microtrichus is a tropical evergreen shrub native to the Philippines. It is easy to propagate from cuttings or by seed. Cuttings should be taken from the current season's growth and rooted in a moist medium. Seeds should be sown in a moist, well-drained medium and kept at a temperature of 25-30°C (77-86°F). Germination should occur within 2-3 weeks.

Where to Find Polyceratocarpus microtrichus

Polyceratocarpus microtrichus is native to Southeast Asia and can be found in tropical rainforests.

Polyceratocarpus microtrichus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Polyceratocarpus microtrichus?

Polyceratocarpus microtrichus

What is the common name of Polyceratocarpus microtrichus?

Microtrichous Polyceratocarpus

What is the natural habitat of Polyceratocarpus microtrichus?

It is found in tropical and subtropical forests of South America.

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,

References

Jean Hector Paul Auguste Ghesquière (1888-1982): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ghesq.' in the authors string.
François Pellegrin (1881-1965): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Pellegr.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:74766-1: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.