Microtropis ramiflora - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Celastrales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
ramiflora
ID:
377434
Status:
valid
Authors:
Wight
Source:
ksu
Year:
1845
Citation Micro:
Icon. Pl. Ind. Orient. 3: t. 977 (1845)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000376766
Common Names
- Microtropis ramiflora
- Rambling Microtropis
- Rambling Microtropis Plant
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- Paracelastrus ramiflorus (Wight) F.N.Williams [unknown]
Description
Microtropis ramiflora (also called Microtropis, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Rubiaceae. It is native to tropical Africa and Madagascar. It typically grows in dry or moist forests, thickets, and rocky areas.
Uses & Benefits
Microtropis ramiflora is used in traditional medicine for treating fever, headache, and stomachache. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Microtropis ramiflora has small, yellowish-green flowers and small, dark brown seeds. The seedlings are slender and have a pointed tip.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Microtropis ramiflora is a small, deciduous shrub that grows up to 2 m tall. It is native to the tropical and subtropical regions of Asia. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from mature plants and planted in a well-drained soil mix. Once established, the plant should be watered regularly and fertilized every few months.
Where to Find Microtropis ramiflora
Microtropis ramiflora is native to tropical regions of the world, such as Africa, Asia, and the Americas. It is typically found in moist, lowland habitats, such as rainforests and wetlands.
Microtropis ramiflora FAQ
What is the scientific name of Microtropis ramiflora?
Microtropis ramiflora
What is the common name of Microtropis ramiflora?
Ramiflora microtropis
What is the natural habitat of Microtropis ramiflora?
It is found in tropical and subtropical forests
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
Robert Wight (1796-1872): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Wight' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:162210-1: Based on the initial data import