Microtropis zeylanica - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Celastrales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
zeylanica
ID:
377454
Status:
valid
Authors:
Merr. & Freeman
Source:
ksu
Year:
1940
Citation Micro:
Proc. Amer. Acad. Arts 73: 282 (1940)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000376786
Common Names
- Microtropis zeylanica
- Ceylon Microtropis
- Ceylon Microtropis Plant
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Microtropis zeylanica (also called Ceylon Microtropis, among many other common names) is a shrub native to India and Southeast Asia. It has small, white flowers and slender, green leaves. It grows in moist, shady habitats such as woodlands and forests.
Uses & Benefits
Microtropis zeylanica 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 zeylanica 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 zeylanica 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 zeylanica
Microtropis zeylanica 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 zeylanica FAQ
What is the scientific name of Microtropis zeylanica?
Microtropis zeylanica
What is the common name of Microtropis zeylanica?
Ceylon microtropis
What is the natural habitat of Microtropis zeylanica?
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
Elmer Drew Merrill (1876-1956): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Merr.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:162234-1: Based on the initial data import