Macaranga cucullata - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
cucullata
ID:
232565
Status:
valid
Authors:
J.J.Sm.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1910
Citation Micro:
Nova Guinea 8: 237 (1910)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000231896
Common Names
- Cucullata Macaranga
- Cucullata Mapper Tree
- Mapper Tree
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Macaranga cucullata (also called 'Mountain Mango' and 'Mountain Mahogany', among many other common names) is a large shrub or small tree native to Southeast Asia. It grows up to 10 meters in height and has large, ovate leaves with serrated edges. It is commonly found in tropical forests and along the edges of rivers and streams.
Uses & Benefits
Macaranga cucullata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a shade tree. It is also used for erosion control and as a windbreak.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Macaranga cucullata is a small, yellow-greenish flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, flattened seed. The seedlings are small, with a single stem and two leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Macaranga cucullata can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining potting mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and rooted in a moist potting mix. Both methods should be kept in bright, indirect light and the soil should be kept lightly moist.
Where to Find Macaranga cucullata
Macaranga cucullata is native to Southeast Asia and can be found in tropical rainforests.
Macaranga cucullata FAQ
What is the scientific name of Macaranga cucullata?
Macaranga cucullata
What is the common name of Macaranga cucullata?
Cucullate Macaranga
What is the family of Macaranga cucullata?
Euphorbiaceae
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
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-116386: Based on the initial data import
Johannes Jacobus Smith (1867-1947): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.J.Sm.' in the authors string.