Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Genus:
Species:
papuana
ID:
232813

Status:
valid

Authors:
Pax & K.Hoffm.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1914

Citation Micro:
Pflanzenr. , IV, 147, VII: 368 (1914)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000232144



Common Names

  • Papuana Macaranga
  • Papuana Tree
  • Papuana Leaf Tree


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Synonyms

  • Macaranga hispida papuana J.J.Sm. [unknown]

Description

Macaranga papuana (also called Papuan macaranga, among many other common names) is a tropical evergreen tree native to the Solomon Islands. It is a medium-sized tree, with a straight trunk and a rounded crown. The leaves are simple, alternate, and ovate-lanceolate in shape. The flowers are small, yellow, and fragrant. It is found in tropical rainforests, and prefers moist, shady habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Macaranga papuana is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a shade tree in plantations. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat skin diseases, fever, and malaria.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Macaranga papuana var. glabristipulata Whitmore
Macaranga papuana var. papuana

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Macaranga papuana are small, yellow-green, and have four petals. The seeds are small, black, and have a hard outer shell. The seedlings are small, with a single stem and two leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Macaranga papuana is an evergreen shrub that can grow up to 5 m tall. It is native to Southeast Asia and prefers full sun or partial shade. It 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 semi-ripe wood and rooted in a potting mix. It is best to keep the cuttings in a warm, humid environment until they have rooted.

Where to Find Macaranga papuana

Macaranga papuana can be found in tropical Asia, from India to the Philippines and Indonesia.

Macaranga papuana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Macaranga papuana?

Macaranga papuana

What is the common name of Macaranga papuana?

Papuan macaranga

What is the natural habitat of Macaranga papuana?

Macaranga papuana is native to New Guinea and the Solomon Islands

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-116617: Based on the initial data import
Ferdinand Albin Pax (1858-1942): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Pax' in the authors string.
Käthe Hoffmann (b.1883): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'K.Hoffm.' in the authors string.