Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Genus:
Species:
glaberrima
ID:
232628

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Hassk.) Airy Shaw

Source:
wcs

Year:
1965

Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 19: 322 (1965)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000231959



Common Names

  • Glaberrima Tree
  • Glaberrima Blossom
  • Glaberrima Mango


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Synonyms

  • Mallotus glaberrimus Müll.Arg. [unknown]
  • Rottlera glaberrima Hassk. [unknown]

Description

Macaranga glaberrima (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 glaberrima is used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a shade tree.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Macaranga glaberrima var. glaberrima

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Macaranga glaberrima are yellow and bell-shaped, with five petals. The seeds are small and black. Seedlings have a single stem with small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Macaranga glaberrima can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining potting mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from mature, healthy plants and rooted in a potting mix. Keep the cuttings moist and in a warm, humid environment until new growth appears.

Where to Find Macaranga glaberrima

Macaranga glaberrima is native to tropical rainforests in Southeast Asia.

Macaranga glaberrima FAQ

What is the scientific name of Macaranga glaberrima?

Macaranga glaberrima

What is the common name of Macaranga glaberrima?

Macaranga

What type of plant is Macaranga glaberrima?

Tropical tree

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-116446: Based on the initial data import
Justus Carl Hasskarl (1811-1894): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hassk.' in the authors string.
Herbert Kenneth Airy Shaw (1902-1985): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Airy Shaw' in the authors string.