Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Species:
oblanceolata
ID:
1303065

Status:
valid

Authors:
McPherson

Source:
Catalogue of the Plants of Madagascar (Tropicos)

Year:
2017

Citation Micro:
Novon 25: 291 (2017)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001315519



Common Names

  • Argomuellera oblanceolata
  • Oblanceolate Argomuellera
  • Oblong Argomuellera


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Description

Argomuellera oblanceolata (also called 'Oblanceolate Argomuellera', among many other common names) is a species of evergreen shrub native to Madagascar. It grows up to 2m tall and has a trunk diameter of up to 0.2m. It prefers moist, sheltered sites in rainforest and wet sclerophyll forest.

Uses & Benefits

Argomuellera oblanceolata is used for its timber, which is used to make furniture and tools. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat fever, stomach ache, and skin diseases. It is also used as an ornamental plant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Argomuellera oblanceolata is white in color and has five petals. The seed is a small, black, oblong nutlet. The seedlings are small, with oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Argomuellera oblanceolata is a species of wild banana native to the tropical rainforests of Southeast Asia. It can be propagated from seed or by suckering. It prefers a warm, humid climate and moist, well-drained soil. It can be grown in full sun or partial shade.

Where to Find Argomuellera oblanceolata

Argomuellera oblanceolata is endemic to Madagascar.

Argomuellera oblanceolata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Argomuellera oblanceolata?

Argomuellera oblanceolata

What type of plant is Argomuellera oblanceolata?

It is a shrub

Where is Argomuellera oblanceolata found?

It is found in Madagascar

Species in the Euphorbiaceae family

Acalypha peckoltii, Acalypha peduncularis, Acalypha pendula, Acalypha perrieri, Acalypha persimilis, Acalypha peruviana, Acalypha pervilleana, Acalypha phleoides, Acalypha phyllonomifolia, Acalypha pilosa, Acalypha pippenii, Acalypha pittieri, Acalypha platyphylla, Acalypha pleiogyne, Acalypha plicata, Acalypha pohliana, Acalypha poiretii, Acalypha polymorpha, Acalypha polystachya, Acalypha portoricensis, Acalypha pruinosa, Acalypha pruriens, Acalypha pseudalopecuroides, Acalypha pseudovagans, Acalypha psilostachya, Acalypha pubiflora, Acalypha pulchrespicata, Acalypha punctata, Acalypha purpurascens, Acalypha purpusii, Acalypha pycnantha, Acalypha pygmaea, Acalypha radians, Acalypha radicans, Acalypha radinostachya, Acalypha radula, Acalypha radula, Acalypha rafaelensis, Acalypha raivavensis, Acalypha rapensis, Acalypha reflexa, Acalypha repanda, Acalypha retifera, Acalypha rhombifolia, Acalypha rhomboidea, Acalypha richardiana, Acalypha riedeliana, Acalypha rivularis, Acalypha rottleroides, Acalypha rubrinervis,

References

Gordon D. McPherson (b.1947): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'McPherson' in the authors string.