Malpighia epedunculata - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
epedunculata
ID:
1255839
Status:
valid
Authors:
F.K.Mey.
Source:
tro
Year:
2000
Citation Micro:
Phanerog. Monogr. 23: 505 (-508; t. 144; map). 2000
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001255177
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Malpighia epedunculata (also called the Pedunculate Malpighia, among many other common names) is a species of shrub native to the tropical forests of India and Sri Lanka. It has a woody stem, reaching up to 1 meter in height, with small, white flowers that bloom in the spring. It is found growing in moist, shady areas, such as along stream banks and in ravines.
Uses & Benefits
Malpighia epedunculata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge plant. It is also used to make jams and jellies.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Malpighia epedunculata is white, with a yellow center and five petals. The seed is small, round, and black. The seedlings are small, green, and have two leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Malpighia epedunculata is a tropical evergreen shrub that is best grown in full sun or partial shade in moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is best done by seed. Sow the seeds in a well-drained potting mix and keep the soil moist. Germination should occur within a few weeks.
Where to Find Malpighia epedunculata
Malpighia epedunculata can be found in Mexico and Central America.
Malpighia epedunculata FAQ
What is the scientific name of Malpighia epedunculata?
Malpighia epedunculata
What is the family of Malpighia epedunculata?
Malpighiaceae
What is the common name of Malpighia epedunculata?
Epedunculate Malpighia
Species in the Malpighia genus
Malpighia romeroana, Malpighia verruculosa, Malpighia emarginata, Malpighia glabra, Malpighia coccigera, Malpighia leticiana, Malpighia galeottiana, Malpighia mexicana, Malpighia tomentosa, Malpighia fucata, Malpighia infestissima, Malpighia linearis, Malpighia setosa, Malpighia woodburyana, Malpighia albiflora, Malpighia oxycocca, Malpighia urens, Malpighia lundellii, Malpighia stevensii, Malpighia ovata, Malpighia cubensis, Malpighia sessilifolia, Malpighia souzae, Malpighia wrightiana, Malpighia wendtii, Malpighia davilae, Malpighia diversifolia, Malpighia nummulariifolia, Malpighia watsonii, Malpighia cauliflora, Malpighia obtusifolia, Malpighia incana, Malpighia martinicensis, Malpighia harrisii, Malpighia adamsii, Malpighia megacantha, Malpighia macracantha, Malpighia cnide, Malpighia velutina, Malpighia aquifolia, Malpighia polytricha, Malpighia pusillifolia, Malpighia proctorii, Malpighia micropetala, Malpighia acunana, Malpighia spathulifolia, Malpighia macrocarpa, Malpighia nayaritensis, Malpighia emiliae, Malpighia wilburiorum,
Species in the Malpighiaceae family
Acmanthera cowanii, Acmanthera duckei, Acmanthera fernandesii, Acmanthera latifolia, Acmanthera longifolia, Acmanthera minima, Acmanthera parviflora, Acridocarpus adenophorus, Acridocarpus alopecurus, Acridocarpus alternifolius, Acridocarpus austrocaledonicus, Acridocarpus ballyi, Acridocarpus camerunensis, Acridocarpus chevalieri, Acridocarpus chloropterus, Acridocarpus congestus, Acridocarpus congolensis, Acridocarpus excelsus, Acridocarpus glaucescens, Acridocarpus hirundo, Acridocarpus humbertii, Acridocarpus humblotii, Acridocarpus katangensis, Acridocarpus ledermannii, Acridocarpus longifolius, Acridocarpus macrocalyx, Acridocarpus mayumbensis, Acridocarpus monodii, Acridocarpus natalitius, Acridocarpus oppositifolius, Acridocarpus orientalis, Acridocarpus pauciglandulosus, Acridocarpus perrieri, Acridocarpus plagiopterus, Acridocarpus prasinus, Acridocarpus scheffleri, Acridocarpus smeathmannii, Acridocarpus socotranus, Acridocarpus spectabilis, Acridocarpus staudtii, Acridocarpus ugandensis, Acridocarpus vanderystii, Acridocarpus vivy, Acridocarpus zanzibaricus, Adelphia hiraea, Adelphia macrophylla, Adelphia mirabilis, Adelphia platyrachis, Aenigmatanthera doniana, Aenigmatanthera lasiandra,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record tro-50177861: Based on the initial data import
Friedrich Karl Meyer (1926-2012): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'F.K.Mey.' in the authors string.