Microtropis crassifolia - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Celastrales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
crassifolia
ID:
368609
Status:
valid
Authors:
Craib
Source:
ksu
Year:
1926
Citation Micro:
Bull. Misc. Inform. Kew 1926: 349 (1926)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000367941
Common Names
- Crassifolia Microtropis
- Microtropis crassifolia
- Crassifolia-flower Microtropis
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Microtropis crassifolia (also called Crassifolia Microtropis, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to Southeast Asia. It is found in moist, shady habitats, such as forests and woodlands. It has leathery, dark green leaves and small, yellow flowers.
Uses & Benefits
Microtropis crassifolia is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant to treat a variety of ailments, including fever, digestive problems, and skin diseases.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Microtropis crassifolia are small and white in color. The seeds are small and black, with a hard outer shell. The seedlings are small and have a thin stem and long, narrow leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Microtropis crassifolia is a perennial shrub native to Southeast Asia. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be grown in containers or in the ground. It is drought tolerant and requires minimal care.
Where to Find Microtropis crassifolia
Microtropis crassifolia can be found in Southeast Asia.
Microtropis crassifolia FAQ
What is the common name of Microtropis crassifolia?
Thick-leaved microtropis
What is the growth habit of Microtropis crassifolia?
It is a shrub or small tree
What is the native range of Microtropis crassifolia?
It is native to Southeast Asia
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
William Grant Craib (1882-1933): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Craib' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:162156-1: Based on the initial data import