Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Myrtales
Species:
montana
ID:
377378

Status:
valid

Authors:
(F.Muell.) F.Muell. ex Benth.

Source:
ksu

Year:
1864

Citation Micro:
Fl. Austral. 2: 504 (1864)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000376710



Common Names

  • Macropteranthes montana
  • Mountain Macropteranthes
  • Mountain Macropteranthes Tree


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Synonyms

  • Lumnitzera montana F.Muell. [valid]

Description

Macropteranthes montana (also called Mountain Bdellium, among many other common names) is a small tree or shrub that grows up to 8 meters in height. It is native to Australia. It is found in temperate forests, as well as in disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Macropteranthes montana is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge plant. It also has medicinal uses, including treating fever, skin diseases, and digestive problems.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Macropteranthes montana is small and yellow. Its seeds are small and black in color. The seedlings are thin and have a single leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Macropteranthes montana is an evergreen shrub that can reach up to 8 feet in height. It is native to Australia and prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or summer in a warm, sunny location. Cuttings should be taken in late summer or early fall and planted in a well-drained soil mix.

Where to Find Macropteranthes montana

Macropteranthes montana is native to Australia and can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of the continent.

Macropteranthes montana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Macropteranthes montana?

Macropteranthes montana

What is the common name of Macropteranthes montana?

Mountain Macropteranthes

What is the family of Macropteranthes montana?

Asteraceae

Species in the Combretaceae family

Combretum wilksii, Combretum paraguariense, Combretum aculeatum, Combretum acuminatum, Combretum acutifolium, Combretum acutum, Combretum adenogonium, Combretum adrianii, Combretum afzelii, Combretum albiflorum, Combretum albopunctatum, Combretum alfredi, Combretum andongense, Combretum andradae, Combretum angolense, Combretum angustipetalum, Combretum apetalum, Combretum aphanopetalum, Combretum apiculatum, Combretum argenteum, Combretum argyrotrichum, Combretum assimile, Combretum atropurpureum, Combretum aureonitens, Combretum auriculatum, Combretum barbatum, Combretum batesii, Combretum bauchiense, Combretum baumii, Combretum bipindense, Combretum blepharopetala, Combretum boinensis, Combretum bracteatum, Combretum bracteosum, Combretum brassiciforme, Combretum brevistylum, Combretum brunneum, Combretum butyrosum, Combretum cacoucia, Combretum caffrum, Combretum camporum, Combretum capitatum, Combretum capituliflorum, Combretum capuronii, Combretum carringtonianum, Combretum caudatisepalum, Combretum celastroides, Combretum chinense, Combretum chionanthoides, Combretum cinereopetalum,

References

George Bentham (1800-1884): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Benth.' in the authors string.
Ferdinand von Mueller (1825-1896): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'F.Muell.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:170689-1: Based on the initial data import