Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Species:
lebrunii
ID:
1226148

Status:
valid

Authors:
G.C.C.Gilbert

Source:
tro

Year:
1958

Citation Micro:
Bull. Jard. Bot. État Bruxelles 28: 375 (1958)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001225486



Common Names

  • Lebrun's Nectaropetalum
  • Nectaropetalum lebrunii
  • Nectaropetalum


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Description

Nectaropetalum lebrunii (also called Lebrun's Nectaropetalum, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree native to Madagascar. It has a short trunk with large, leathery leaves and white or pink flowers. It grows in tropical and subtropical forests.

Uses & Benefits

Nectaropetalum lebrunii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used in traditional Chinese medicine to treat various ailments such as fever, cough, and sore throat.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Nectaropetalum lebrunii is white, with five petals, and the seed is a small, round, dark brown nut. The seedlings are small, with two to three leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Nectaropetalum lebrunii is a shrub native to Madagascar. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. The seeds should be sown in a moist, well-drained medium and kept in a warm, humid environment. Cuttings should be taken in the spring or summer and planted in a moist, well-drained medium. The cuttings should be kept in a warm, humid environment.

Where to Find Nectaropetalum lebrunii

Nectaropetalum lebrunii is native to Africa and can be found in the tropical and subtropical regions of the continent.

Nectaropetalum lebrunii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Nectaropetalum lebrunii?

Nectaropetalum lebrunii

What is the common name of Nectaropetalum lebrunii?

Nectaropetalum

What is the natural habitat of Nectaropetalum lebrunii?

Tropical rainforests

Species in the Erythroxylaceae family

Aneulophus africanus, Aneulophus congoensis, Erythroxylum acrobeles, Erythroxylum acuminatum, Erythroxylum acutum, Erythroxylum affine, Erythroxylum alaternifolium, Erythroxylum amazonicum, Erythroxylum amplifolium, Erythroxylum amplum, Erythroxylum ampullaceum, Erythroxylum anceps, Erythroxylum andrei, Erythroxylum anguifugum, Erythroxylum annamense, Erythroxylum apiculatum, Erythroxylum areolatum, Erythroxylum argentinum, Erythroxylum armatum, Erythroxylum arrojadoi, Erythroxylum australe, Erythroxylum badium, Erythroxylum banaoense, Erythroxylum bangii, Erythroxylum baracoense, Erythroxylum barbatum, Erythroxylum bequaertii, Erythroxylum betulaceum, Erythroxylum bezerrae, Erythroxylum bicolor, Erythroxylum boinense, Erythroxylum boivinianum, Erythroxylum bradeanum, Erythroxylum brennae, Erythroxylum brevipes, Erythroxylum buxifolium, Erythroxylum buxus, Erythroxylum caatingae, Erythroxylum cambodianum, Erythroxylum campestre, Erythroxylum campinense, Erythroxylum capitatum, Erythroxylum carthagenense, Erythroxylum cassinoides, Erythroxylum cataractarum, Erythroxylum catharinense, Erythroxylum cincinnatum, Erythroxylum citrifolium, Erythroxylum clarense, Erythroxylum coca,

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