Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Genus:
Species:
sarcocarpa
ID:
232903

Status:
valid

Authors:
Airy Shaw

Source:
wcs

Year:
1969

Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 23: 88 (1969)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000232234



Common Names

  • Macaranga sarcocarpa
  • Fleshy-fruited Macaranga
  • Fleshy-fruited Mapple


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Description

Macaranga sarcocarpa (also called Orange-fruited Macaranga, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Euphorbiaceae. It is native to tropical regions of Africa. It grows in moist forests, thickets, and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Macaranga sarcocarpa is used as an ornamental plant, for its timber, and as a food source.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Macaranga sarcocarpa are small, yellowish-green, and have five petals. The seeds are small, black, and have a hard outer shell. The seedlings have long, narrow leaves with serrated edges.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Macaranga sarcocarpa can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from semi-ripe wood and rooted in a moist, sandy soil mix. The plant should be kept in a warm, humid environment and given plenty of light.

Where to Find Macaranga sarcocarpa

Macaranga sarcocarpa is native to tropical and subtropical forests in India, Sri Lanka, and Southeast Asia.

Macaranga sarcocarpa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Macaranga sarcocarpa?

Macaranga sarcocarpa

What is the common name of Macaranga sarcocarpa?

Fleshy-fruited macaranga

What is the natural habitat of Macaranga sarcocarpa?

Macaranga sarcocarpa is native to India, Sri Lanka, and Southeast Asia

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,

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