Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Genus:
Species:
serratifolia
ID:
836739

Status:
valid

Authors:
Whitmore

Source:
wcs

Year:
2008

Citation Micro:
Gen. Macaranga : 238 (2008)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000836074



Common Names

  • Macaranga serratifolia
  • Serratifolia Macaranga
  • Serratifolia


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Description

Macaranga serratifolia (also called Serrate Macaranga, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that grows up to 10 meters tall. It is native to tropical Africa and Southeast Asia and grows in open forests, woodlands, and disturbed areas. It has yellow flowers and serrated green leaves.

Uses & Benefits

Macaranga serratifolia is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional medicine and for its timber.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Macaranga serratifolia has small, yellow-green flowers that are arranged in a dense, globular head. The seeds are small and black in color. The seedlings are small and have two to three leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Macaranga serratifolia is a tree that can be propagated by cuttings or seed. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be grown in containers or in the ground. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to 10°F (-12°C).

Where to Find Macaranga serratifolia

Macaranga serratifolia is native to the tropical rainforests of South East Asia. It can be found in Thailand, Malaysia, Indonesia, and the Philippines.

Macaranga serratifolia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Macaranga serratifolia?

Macaranga serratifolia

What is the common name of Macaranga serratifolia?

Serrated Macaranga

What is the natural habitat of Macaranga serratifolia?

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