Microtropis gracilipes - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Celastrales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
gracilipes
ID:
1293466
Status:
valid
Authors:
Merr. & F.P.Metcalf
Source:
tro
Year:
1937
Citation Micro:
Lingnan Sci. J. 16: 88 (1937)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001292804
Common Names
- Microtropis gracilipes
- Graceful Microtropis
- Gracilipes Microtropis
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Microtropis gracilipes (also called slender-footed microtropis, among many other common names) is a perennial shrub native to Namibia and Angola. It grows in dry, rocky areas, such as hillsides and river beds.
Uses & Benefits
Microtropis gracilipes is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments such as fever, rheumatism, and skin diseases.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Microtropis gracilipes has small, yellow flowers that produce small, black, round seeds. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Microtropis gracilipes can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept in a warm, sunny location. Cuttings should be taken from healthy plants and rooted in a moist soil mix. Both methods require regular watering and fertilizing.
Where to Find Microtropis gracilipes
Microtropis gracilipes can be found in the tropical and subtropical regions of South America, including Brazil, Argentina, and Paraguay.
Microtropis gracilipes FAQ
What is the scientific name of Microtropis gracilipes?
Microtropis gracilipes
What is the common name of Microtropis gracilipes?
Gracilipes
What is the family of Microtropis gracilipes?
Celastraceae
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
The Plant List v1.1 record tro-6601051: Based on the initial data import
Elmer Drew Merrill (1876-1956): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Merr.' in the authors string.
Franklin Post Metcalf (1892-1955): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'F.P.Metcalf' in the authors string.