Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Genus:
Species:
heynei
ID:
232665

Status:
valid

Authors:
I.M.Johnst.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1923

Citation Micro:
Contr. Gray Herb. 68: 90 (Aug. 1923)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000231996



Common Names

  • Heynei Tree
  • Heynei Blossom
  • Heynei Mango


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Synonyms

  • Macaranga javanica montana Müll.Arg. [unknown]
  • Macaranga montana (Müll.Arg.) Pax & K.Hoffm. [unknown]
  • Macaranga robiginosa Ridl. [unknown]
  • Rottlera montana B.Heyne ex Wall. [unknown]

Description

Macaranga heynei (also called 'Mountain Mango', among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Euphorbiaceae. It is native to the tropical regions of Asia and Africa. It is a small to medium-sized tree, growing up to 10 m tall. It is found in tropical rainforests, secondary forests, and disturbed habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Macaranga heynei is an ornamental plant that is used for its attractive foliage and flowers. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Macaranga heynei is yellow and has five petals. The seeds are small, black and have a hard outer shell. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with two leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Macaranga heynei is a fast-growing, evergreen tree that can reach a height of 25 m. It is suitable for cultivation in tropical and subtropical climates. Propagation is by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist until germination occurs. Cuttings should be taken from semi-ripe wood and rooted in a moist, well-drained soil mix.

Where to Find Macaranga heynei

Macaranga heynei is native to Southeast Asia and can be found in tropical rainforests.

Macaranga heynei FAQ

What is the scientific name of Macaranga heynei?

Macaranga heynei

What is the common name of Macaranga heynei?

Heyne's Macaranga

What is the natural habitat of Macaranga heynei?

Tropical rainforests

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-116482: Based on the initial data import
Ivan Murray Johnston (1898-1960): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'I.M.Johnst.' in the authors string.