Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Brassicales
Genus:
Species:
purpurascens
ID:
1261670

Status:
valid

Authors:
Thulin

Source:
tro

Year:
1992

Citation Micro:
Nordic J. Bot. 12: 423 (1992)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001261008



Common Names

  • Maerua purpurascens
  • Purpurascens Maerua
  • Purpurascens's Maerua


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Description

Maerua purpurascens (also called 'Purple Maerua', among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub with glossy, dark green leaves. It is native to tropical Asia and is found in tropical and subtropical forests. It grows in moist, shady areas and is often found in thickets and along streams.

Uses & Benefits

Maerua purpurascens is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, as well as for its medicinal properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Maerua purpurascens has small, white flowers that are clustered in the leaf axils. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Maerua purpurascens is an evergreen shrub or small tree that can reach up to 6 m in height. It is native to tropical and subtropical regions of India, Sri Lanka, and the Andaman Islands. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and can tolerate light shade. Propagation is by seed or cuttings.

Where to Find Maerua purpurascens

Maerua purpurascens is native to Africa and can be found in the dry regions of Ethiopia and Somalia.

Maerua purpurascens FAQ

What is the scientific name of Maerua purpurascens?

Maerua purpurascens

What is the common name of Maerua purpurascens?

Purple Maerua

What is the natural habitat of Maerua purpurascens?

Tropical and subtropical regions

Species in the Maerua genus

Maerua andradae, Maerua angolensis, Maerua oblongifolia, Maerua paniculata, Maerua parvifolia, Maerua juncea, Maerua salicifolia, Maerua robynsii, Maerua scandens, Maerua schinzii, Maerua pseudopetalosa, Maerua pubescens, Maerua puccionii, Maerua crassifolia, Maerua candida, Maerua decumbens, Maerua duchesnei, Maerua dewaillyi, Maerua buxifolia, Maerua boranensis, Maerua brunnescens, Maerua caffra, Maerua elegans, Maerua homblei, Maerua erlangeriana, Maerua gilgiana, Maerua gilgii, Maerua siamensis, Maerua somalensis, Maerua kaokoensis, Maerua purpurascens, Maerua arenaria, Maerua apetala, Maerua mungaii, Maerua nuda, Maerua filiformis, Maerua cylindrocarpa, Maerua humbertii, Maerua baillonii, Maerua brevipetiolata, Maerua cafra, Maerua nervosa, Maerua racemulosa, Maerua rosmarinoides, Maerua sessiliflora, Maerua kirkii, Maerua prittwitzii, Maerua grantii, Maerua friesii, Maerua emini,

Species in the Capparaceae family

Acome micrantha, Bachmannia woodii, Beautempsia avicenniifolia, Boscia albitrunca, Boscia arabica, Boscia cauliflora, Boscia coriacea, Boscia fadeniorum, Boscia foetida, Boscia gossweileri, Boscia kalachariensis, Boscia keniensis, Boscia longifolia, Boscia madagascariensis, Boscia matabelensis, Boscia mazzocchii, Boscia microphylla, Boscia minimifolia, Boscia mossambicensis, Boscia oleoides, Boscia pestalozziana, Boscia plantefolii, Boscia polyantha, Boscia praecox, Boscia pruinosa, Boscia puberula, Boscia rotundifolia, Boscia salicifolia, Boscia senegalensis, Boscia tomentosa, Boscia urens, Boscia welwitschii, Boscia albitrunca, Boscia integrifolia, Buchholzia coriacea, Buchholzia tholloniana, Cadaba aphylla, Cadaba baccarinii, Cadaba barbigera, Cadaba benguellensis, Cadaba capparoides, Cadaba carneoviridis, Cadaba divaricata, Cadaba farinosa, Cadaba fruticosa, Cadaba gillettii, Cadaba glaberrima, Cadaba glandulosa, Cadaba insularis, Cadaba kassasii,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record tro-50197753: Based on the initial data import
Mats Thulin (b.1948): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Thulin' in the authors string.