Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Celastrales
Species:
microcarpa
ID:
375681

Status:
valid

Authors:
Wight

Source:
ksu

Year:
1845

Citation Micro:
Icon. Pl. Ind. Orient. 3: t. 975 (1845)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000375013



Common Names

  • Microtropis microcarpa
  • Small-fruited Microtropis
  • Small-fruited Microtropis Tree


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Synonyms

  • Paracelastrus microcarpus (Wight) F.N.Williams [unknown]

Description

Microtropis microcarpa (also called Small-Fruited 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 microcarpa is used as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments such as fever, headache, and stomachache. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Microtropis microcarpa var. microcarpa
Microtropis microcarpa var. densiflora (Wight) Merr. & F.L.Freeman

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Microtropis microcarpa 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 microcarpa 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 microcarpa

Microtropis microcarpa can be found in the western United States, from California to Wyoming.

Microtropis microcarpa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Microtropis microcarpa?

Microtropis microcarpa

What type of plant is Microtropis microcarpa?

It is a shrub

Where does Microtropis microcarpa grow?

It grows in tropical and subtropical regions

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,