Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Celastrales
Species:
cathoides
ID:
375717

Status:
valid

Authors:
Loes.

Source:
ksu

Year:
1906

Citation Micro:
Bot. Jahrb. Syst. 39: 167 (1906)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000375049



Common Names

  • Menepetalum cathoides
  • Corkwood
  • Corkwood Tree


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Description

Menepetalum cathoides (also called Native Apricot, among many other common names) is a small shrub native to Australia. It has small white flowers and small, round leaves. It grows in dry woodlands and open grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Menepetalum cathoides is used as an ornamental plant, for erosion control, and as a medicinal plant for treating skin diseases and wounds.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Menepetalum cathoides has small, white flowers with a diameter of 1-2 cm. The seeds are small, round and black. The seedlings are small, with leaves that are divided into three leaflets.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Menepetalum cathoides is a small shrub that grows up to 1.5 m tall. It is native to tropical and subtropical regions of India, Sri Lanka, and Bangladesh. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and can tolerate partial shade. Propagation is by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from the tips of the branches and rooted in a moist soil mix.

Where to Find Menepetalum cathoides

Menepetalum cathoides is native to tropical and subtropical regions of Africa, Asia, and Australia.

Menepetalum cathoides FAQ

What is the scientific name of Menepetalum cathoides?

Menepetalum cathoides

What is the common name of Menepetalum cathoides?

Cat-head Menepetalum

Where is Menepetalum cathoides found?

It is found in India, Sri Lanka, and Myanmar

Species in the Celastraceae family

Acanthothamnus aphyllus, Allocassine laurifolia, Anthodon decussatus, Anthodon panamense, Apatophyllum constablei, Apatophyllum flavovirens, Apatophyllum macgillivrayi, Apatophyllum olsenii, Apatophyllum teretifolium, Apodostigma pallens, Arnicratea cambodiana, Arnicratea ferruginea, Bequaertia mucronata, Brassiantha pentamera, Brassiantha hedraiantheroides, Brexia alaticarpa, Brexia australis, Brexia madagascariensis, Brexia marioniae, Brexiella cymosa, Brexiella ilicifolia, Campylostemon angolense, Campylostemon bequaertii, Campylostemon danckelmannianus, Campylostemon laurentii, Campylostemon lindequistianus, Campylostemon mitophorus, Campylostemon warneckeanum, Canotia holacantha, Canotia wendtii, Cassine albens, Cassine balae, Cassine burkeana, Cassine congylos, Cassine grossa, Cassine kedarnathii, Cassine koordersii, Cassine megaphylla, Cassine micrantha, Cassine obiensis, Cassine parvifolia, Cassine peragua, Cassine kamurensis, Catha edulis, Celastrus aculeatus, Celastrus angulata, Celastrus australis, Celastrus caseariifolius, Celastrus cuneatus, Celastrus flagellaris,