Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Species:
scleroxylon
ID:
243577

Status:
valid

Authors:
(W.A.Rodrigues) W.A.Rodrigues

Source:
wcs

Year:
1973

Citation Micro:
Acta Amazonica 3: 5 (1973)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000242909

Common Names

  • Micrandropsis scleroxylon
  • Scleroxylon Magnolia
  • Hardwood Magnolia

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Synonyms

  • Micrandra scleroxylon W.A.Rodrigues [unknown]

Description

Micrandropsis scleroxylon (also called Micrandropsis scleroxylon, among many other common names) is a small, evergreen shrub with glossy, dark green leaves and small, white flowers. It is native to Mexico and is found in moist, shady forests.

Uses & Benefits

Micrandropsis scleroxylon is used for its timber, which is used in construction and furniture making. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Micrandropsis scleroxylon has small, white flowers that bloom in the spring and summer. The flowers are followed by small, round, red fruits that contain the seeds. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with a few leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Micrandropsis scleroxylon is a small evergreen tree that grows up to 15 m tall. It is native to Central and South America and is widely cultivated in tropical and subtropical regions. It prefers well-drained, moist soil and full sun to partial shade. Propagation is usually done by seed, which should be sown in a warm, moist environment. It can also be propagated by cuttings.

Where to Find Micrandropsis scleroxylon

Micrandropsis scleroxylon is native to India and Sri Lanka. It is found in tropical and subtropical forests, and is often cultivated as an ornamental plant.

Micrandropsis scleroxylon FAQ

What is the scientific name of Micrandropsis scleroxylon?

Micrandropsis scleroxylon

What is the family of Micrandropsis scleroxylon?

Magnoliaceae

What is the common name of Micrandropsis scleroxylon?

Scleroxylon Magnolia

Species in the Micrandropsis genus

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-126870: Based on the initial data import
William Antônio Rodrigues (b.1928): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'W.A.Rodrigues' in the authors string.