Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Icacinales
Species:
ambrensis
ID:
465660

Status:
valid

Authors:
Labat, El-Achkar & R.Rabev.

Source:
ksu

Year:
2006

Citation Micro:
Adansonia , sér. 3, 28: 392 (2006)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000464992



Common Names

  • Pyrenacantha ambrensis
  • Ambre Pyrenacantha
  • Ambre Firethorn


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Description

Pyrenacantha ambrensis (also called 'Ambre Pyrenacantha', among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to Madagascar. It has small, white flowers and small, oval leaves. It is found in moist, subtropical forests.

Uses & Benefits

Pyrenacantha ambrensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating a variety of ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The Pyrenacantha ambrensis flower is yellow and has 5 petals. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are thin and have small leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pyrenacantha ambrensis is an evergreen shrub that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is best to plant in early spring or late fall. Seeds should be sown in a cold frame in late winter or early spring. Cuttings should be taken in late summer or early fall and planted in a cold frame. Once established, it is drought tolerant and requires minimal care.

Where to Find Pyrenacantha ambrensis

Pyrenacantha ambrensis is native to the tropical rainforests of Madagascar.

Pyrenacantha ambrensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pyrenacantha ambrensis?

Pyrenacantha ambrensis

What is the common name of Pyrenacantha ambrensis?

Madagascar Firethorn

Where is Pyrenacantha ambrensis native to?

Madagascar

Species in the Pyrenacantha genus

Pyrenacantha ambrensis, Pyrenacantha capitata, Pyrenacantha longirostrata, Pyrenacantha lebrunii, Pyrenacantha klaineana, Pyrenacantha grandifolia, Pyrenacantha glabrescens, Pyrenacantha gabonica, Pyrenacantha cordicula, Pyrenacantha sylvestris, Pyrenacantha staudtii, Pyrenacantha repanda, Pyrenacantha puberula, Pyrenacantha grandiflora, Pyrenacantha kirkii, Pyrenacantha vogeliana, Pyrenacantha acuminata, Pyrenacantha andapensis, Pyrenacantha rakotozafyi, Pyrenacantha chlorantha, Pyrenacantha humblotii, Pyrenacantha laetevirens, Pyrenacantha kaurabassana, Pyrenacantha scandens, Pyrenacantha volubilis, Pyrenacantha malvifolia, Pyrenacantha undulata, Pyrenacantha perrieri, Pyrenacantha tropophila, Pyrenacantha anhydathoda, Pyrenacantha gossweileri, Pyrenacantha macrocarpa, Pyrenacantha rostrata, Pyrenacantha soyauxii, Pyrenacantha thomsoniana, Pyrenacantha manchesteriana,

Species in the Icacinaceae family

Alsodeiopsis chippii, Alsodeiopsis mannii, Alsodeiopsis poggei, Alsodeiopsis rowlandii, Alsodeiopsis schumannii, Alsodeiopsis staudtii, Alsodeiopsis tessmannii, Alsodeiopsis zenkeri, Calatola costaricensis, Calatola laevigata, Calatola mollis, Calatola pastazana, Calatola uxpanapensis, Calatola microcarpa, Casimirella ampla, Casimirella beckii, Casimirella crispula, Casimirella diversifolia, Casimirella guaranitica, Casimirella lanata, Casimirella rupestris, Cassinopsis chapelieri, Cassinopsis ciliata, Cassinopsis ilicifolia, Cassinopsis madagascariensis, Cassinopsis tinifolia, Cassinopsis tomentosa, Desmostachys longipes, Desmostachys oblongifolia, Desmostachys planchonianus, Desmostachys tenuifolius, Desmostachys vogelii, Emmotum harleyi, Emmotum acuminatum, Emmotum affine, Emmotum celiae, Emmotum conjunctum, Emmotum fagifolium, Emmotum floribundum, Emmotum fulvum, Emmotum glabrum, Emmotum nitens, Emmotum orbiculatum, Emmotum yapacanum, Emmotum amazonicum, Hosiea japonica, Hosiea sinensis, Icacina claessensii, Icacina guessfeldtii, Icacina mannii,

References

Raymond Rabevohitra (b.1946): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.Rabev.' in the authors string.
Jean-Noël Labat (1959-2011): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Labat' in the authors string.
Elias El-Achkar: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'El-Achkar' in the authors string.