Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Genus:
Species:
africana
ID:
236925

Status:
valid

Authors:
Müll.Arg.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1866

Citation Micro:
Prodr. 15(2): 1191 (1866)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000236256



Common Names

  • Maprounea africana
  • African Maprounea
  • African Firebush


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Synonyms

  • Maprounea africana benguelensis Pax & K.Hoffm. [unknown]
  • Maprounea africana cinnamomea Pax & K.Hoffm. [unknown]
  • Maprounea africana leucosperma Pax & K.Hoffm. [unknown]
  • Maprounea africana obtusa (Pax) Pax & K.Hoffm. [unknown]
  • Maprounea africana orientalis Pax & K.Hoffm. [unknown]

Description

Maprounea africana (also called Maprounea, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub or small tree that grows up to 6 meters tall. It is native to tropical regions of Africa and is found in rainforests, open woodlands, and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Maprounea africana is used for its ornamental value and is often planted in gardens and parks. It is also used as a hedge plant and as a windbreak.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Maprounea africana var. africana
Maprounea africana var. gracilis Pax & K.Hoffm.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Maprounea africana has white flowers with yellow centers and a sweet fragrance. The seeds are small, round and black. The seedlings have small, oval-shaped leaves and a pale green stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Maprounea africana can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It is best grown in full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost. Pruning is recommended to maintain a neat shape and encourage flowering.

Where to Find Maprounea africana

Maprounea africana is native to tropical Africa and can be found in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests.

Maprounea africana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Maprounea africana?

Maprounea africana

What is the family of Maprounea africana?

Euphorbiaceae

What is the common name of Maprounea africana?

African Maprounea

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