Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Species:
microlobus
ID:
958247

Status:
valid

Authors:
Pierre

Source:
wcs

Year:
1905

Citation Micro:
Contr. Apocyn. : 93 (1905)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000957585



Common Names

  • Microlobus Amalocalyx
  • Amalocalyx Microlobus
  • Microlobus Amalocalyx


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Description

Amalocalyx microlobus (also called Small-lobed Amalocalyx, among many other common names) is a species of flowering shrub in the Myrtaceae family. It is native to the Caribbean, Central America, and northern South America. It is found in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests, as well as in disturbed areas, such as pastures and roadsides.

Uses & Benefits

Amalocalyx microlobus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a source of firewood and timber.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Amalocalyx microlobus has white flowers with four petals and yellow stamens. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Amalocalyx microlobus is a shrub that grows up to 4 m tall. It is best grown in full sun or partial shade in well-drained soil. Propagate by seed or cuttings. The seed should be sown in spring or summer in a warm, sunny position. Cuttings should be taken in late summer or early autumn and planted in a warm, sunny position.

Where to Find Amalocalyx microlobus

Amalocalyx microlobus is found in the tropical forests of Central and South America.

Species in the Amalocalyx genus

Species in the Apocynaceae family

Acokanthera laevigata, Acokanthera oblongifolia, Acokanthera oppositifolia, Acokanthera rotundata, Acokanthera schimperi, Adenium boehmianum, Adenium multiflorum, Adenium obesum, Adenium oleifolium, Adenium swazicum, Adenium dhofarense, Aganosma breviloba, Aganosma cymosa, Aganosma gracilis, Aganosma lacei, Aganosma petelotii, Aganosma schlechteriana, Aganosma siamensis, Aganosma wallichii, Aganosma heynei, Alafia alba, Alafia barteri, Alafia benthamii, Alafia berrieri, Alafia calophylla, Alafia caudata, Alafia erythrophthalma, Alafia falcata, Alafia fuscata, Alafia insularis, Alafia intermedia, Alafia landolphioides, Alafia lucida, Alafia microstylis, Alafia multiflora, Alafia nigrescens, Alafia orientalis, Alafia parciflora, Alafia pauciflora, Alafia perrieri, Alafia schumannii, Alafia thouarsii, Alafia vallium, Alafia verschuereni, Alafia whytei, Alafia zambesiaca, Allamanda calcicola, Allamanda angustifolia, Allamanda blanchetii, Allamanda cathartica,

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