Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Celastrales
Species:
bivalvis
ID:
375705

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Jack) Wall.

Source:
ksu

Year:
1831

Citation Micro:
Numer. List : n.º 4340 (1831)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000375037



Common Names

  • Two-valved Microtropis
  • Two-valved Microtropis Tree
  • Two-valved Microtropis


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Synonyms

  • Microtropis filiformis King [unknown]
  • Microtropis peduncularis Ridl. [unknown]
  • Celastrus bivalvis Jack [unknown]
  • Euonymus capillaceus Wall. [unknown]
  • Euonymus filiformis Wall. [unknown]
  • Euonymus laetus Wall. [unknown]
  • Paracelastrus bivalvis Miq. [unknown]

Description

Microtropis bivalvis (also called Two-Valved Microtropis, among many other common names) is a small evergreen shrub native to South America. It has a spreading habit and its leaves are glossy and dark green. It grows in dry and moist forests, as well as in scrublands and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

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

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Microtropis bivalvis is small and white, with four petals. The seed is a small, black, round nut. The seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Microtropis bivalvis 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 Microtropis bivalvis

Microtropis bivalvis is native to India and Sri Lanka.

Microtropis bivalvis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Microtropis bivalvis?

Microtropis bivalvis

What is the common name of Microtropis bivalvis?

Two-valved Microtropis

Where is Microtropis bivalvis found?

It is found in India, Sri Lanka, and Myanmar

Species in the Microtropis genus

Microtropis grandifolia, Microtropis keningauensis, Microtropis crassifolia, Microtropis gagei, Microtropis elliptica, Microtropis fascicularis, Microtropis lanceolata, Microtropis curranii, Microtropis ovata, Microtropis kinabaluensis, Microtropis platyphylla, Microtropis latifolia, Microtropis longifolia, Microtropis microcarpa, Microtropis macrocarpa, Microtropis chlorocarpa, Microtropis apiculata, Microtropis argentea, Microtropis beddomei, Microtropis bivalvis, Microtropis stocksii, Microtropis sumatrana, Microtropis tenuis, Microtropis tetrameris, Microtropis valida, Microtropis wallichiana, Microtropis sarawakensis, Microtropis ramiflora, Microtropis rhynchocarpa, Microtropis rigida, Microtropis scottii, Microtropis sabahensis, Microtropis zeylanica, Microtropis xizangensis, Microtropis longicarpa, Microtropis daweishanensis, Microtropis shenzhenensis, Microtropis oligantha, Microtropis wui, Microtropis pallens, Microtropis malipoensis, Microtropis thyrsiflora, Microtropis semipaniculata, Microtropis pyramidalis, Microtropis sphaerocarpa, Microtropis submembranacea, Microtropis japonica, Microtropis fallax, Microtropis tetragona, Microtropis triflora,

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,

References

Nathaniel Wolff Wallich (1786-1854): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Wall.' in the authors string.
William Jack (1795-1822): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Jack' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:162147-1: Based on the initial data import