Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Genus:
Species:
amplifolia
ID:
232467

Status:
valid

Authors:
Merr.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1913

Citation Micro:
Philipp. J. Sci., C 7: 392 (1912 publ. 1913)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000231798



Common Names

  • Amplifolia Macaranga
  • Amplifolia Mapper Tree
  • Mapper Tree


Searching for Macaranga amplifolia? Discover Suppliers and Request Free Samples Now!

Find Suppliers & Request Samples

Description

Macaranga amplifolia (also called 'Mountain Mango', among many other common names) is a small to medium-sized tree, up to 15 m tall. It is native to Southeast Asia, and is found in tropical rainforests, growing in open or partly shaded areas.

Uses & Benefits

Macaranga amplifolia is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a windbreak and to provide shade. The leaves of the plant are used to make a tea that is believed to have medicinal properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Macaranga amplifolia has small, yellow flowers. The seeds are small, brown and round. The seedlings are small, with a single stem and two leaves.

Searching for Macaranga amplifolia? Discover Suppliers and Request Free Samples Now!

Find Suppliers & Request Samples

Cultivation and Propagation

Macaranga amplifolia is a tropical tree that grows best in full sun and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a warm, humid environment and kept moist until germination occurs. Cuttings should be taken from semi-mature wood and rooted in a warm, humid environment.

Where to Find Macaranga amplifolia

Macaranga amplifolia can be found in the tropical rainforests of Southeast Asia, particularly in Indonesia, Malaysia, and Thailand.

Macaranga amplifolia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Macaranga amplifolia?

Macaranga amplifolia

What is the family of Macaranga amplifolia?

Euphorbiaceae

What is the common name of Macaranga amplifolia?

Large-leaved Macaranga

Species in the Macaranga genus

Macaranga acerifolia, Macaranga advena, Macaranga aetheadenia, Macaranga albescens, Macaranga alchorneifolia, Macaranga alchorneoides, Macaranga aleuritoides, Macaranga alnifolia, Macaranga amissa, Macaranga amplifolia, Macaranga anceps, Macaranga andamanica, Macaranga angolensis, Macaranga angulata, Macaranga angustifolia, Macaranga assas, Macaranga astrolabica, Macaranga attenuata, Macaranga baccaureifolia, Macaranga bailloniana, Macaranga balabacensis, Macaranga balansae, Macaranga bancana, Macaranga barteri, Macaranga beccariana, Macaranga beillei, Macaranga belensis, Macaranga bicolor, Macaranga bifoveata, Macaranga boutonioides, Macaranga brachythyrsa, Macaranga brachytricha, Macaranga brevipetiolata, Macaranga brooksii, Macaranga brunneofloccosa, Macaranga bullata, Macaranga caesariata, Macaranga caladiifolia, Macaranga calcicola, Macaranga capensis, Macaranga carolinensis, Macaranga carrii, Macaranga caudata, Macaranga caudatifolia, Macaranga celebica, Macaranga chlorolepis, Macaranga choiseuliana, Macaranga chrysotricha, Macaranga cissifolia, Macaranga clavata,

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