Actinolema macrolema - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Apiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
macrolema
ID:
520237
Status:
valid
Authors:
Boiss.
Source:
cmp
Year:
1872
Citation Micro:
Fl. Orient. 2: 831 (1872)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000519569
Common Names
- Actinolema macrolema
- Broad-leaved Paperbark
- Broad-leaved Tea-tree
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- Astrantia macrolema Koso-Pol. [unknown]
Description
Actinolema macrolema (also called Actinolema macrolema, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant native to the Solomon Islands. It is a small shrub with thick, leathery leaves and small, white flowers. It is found in tropical and subtropical climates in moist forests, often in shady areas.
Uses & Benefits
Actinolema macrolema is used for timber, fuelwood, and as an ornamental plant in gardens.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Actinolema macrolema is small and white, with six petals. The seed is a small, dark brown nut. The seedlings have small, oval-shaped leaves.
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Actinolema macrolema can be propagated by seed or by cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from semi-ripe wood and rooted in a well-drained, sandy soil. Keep the soil moist and provide plenty of light.
Where to Find Actinolema macrolema
Actinolema macrolema is native to India, and can be found in tropical and subtropical forests.
Actinolema macrolema FAQ
What is the scientific name of Actinolema macrolema?
Actinolema macrolema
What is the natural habitat of Actinolema macrolema?
It is found in moist evergreen forests in India.
What are the uses of Actinolema macrolema?
It is used in traditional medicine and as an ornamental plant.
Species in the Actinolema genus
Species in the Apiaceae family
Aciphylla anomala, Aciphylla aurea, Aciphylla cartilaginea, Aciphylla colensoi, Aciphylla congesta, Aciphylla crenulata, Aciphylla crosby-smithii, Aciphylla cuthbertiana, Aciphylla dieffenbachii, Aciphylla dissecta, Aciphylla divisa, Aciphylla dobsonii, Aciphylla ferox, Aciphylla flexuosa, Aciphylla glacialis, Aciphylla glaucescens, Aciphylla gracilis, Aciphylla hectori, Aciphylla hookeri, Aciphylla horrida, Aciphylla indurata, Aciphylla inermis, Aciphylla kirkii, Aciphylla latibracteata, Aciphylla lecomtei, Aciphylla leighii, Aciphylla lyallii, Aciphylla monroi, Aciphylla montana, Aciphylla multisecta, Aciphylla pinnatifida, Aciphylla polita, Aciphylla poppelwellii, Aciphylla scott-thomsonii, Aciphylla similis, Aciphylla simplex, Aciphylla simplicifolia, Aciphylla spedeni, Aciphylla squarrosa, Aciphylla stannensis, Aciphylla subflabellata, Aciphylla takahea, Aciphylla traillii, Aciphylla traversii, Aciphylla trifoliolata, Aciphylla verticillata, Acronema alpinum, Acronema astrantiifolium, Acronema brevipedicellatum, Acronema bryophilum,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2621000: Based on the initial data import
Edmond Boissier (1810-1885): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Boiss.' in the authors string.