Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malvales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
moratianus
ID:
1330740

Status:
valid

Authors:
Callm., Munzinger & Lowry

Source:
ipni

Year:
2015

Citation Micro:
Adansonia , sér. 3, 37: 132 (2015)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001343194



Common Names

  • Moratian Acropogon
  • Acropogon moratianus
  • Moratian Grass


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Description

Acropogon moratianus (also called Morat's Acropogon, among many other common names) is a small, evergreen shrub native to Central Africa. It has an upright habit and its leaves are elliptic to ovate in shape. It grows in moist, shady areas, such as in forests and along streams.

Uses & Benefits

Acropogon moratianus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat fever, cough, and other ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Acropogon moratianus is a small, white flower with a yellow center. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Acropogon moratianus is a hardy perennial that can be grown from seed or cuttings. To propagate from seed, sow the seeds in a well-draining soil mix in a sunny location. To propagate from cuttings, take stem cuttings in the spring or summer and place them in a moist soil mix. Keep the soil moist and the cuttings should root within a few weeks.

Where to Find Acropogon moratianus

Acropogon moratianus can be found in the tropical rainforests of Cameroon.

Acropogon moratianus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Acropogon moratianus?

Acropogon moratianus

What are the common names of Acropogon moratianus?

Moratian Acropogon

What is the natural habitat of Acropogon moratianus?

Tropical rainforests in Central and South America

Species in the Malvaceae family

Abelmoschus angulosus, Abelmoschus caillei, Abelmoschus crinitus, Abelmoschus esculentus, Abelmoschus ficulneus, Abelmoschus hostilis, Abelmoschus magnificus, Abelmoschus manihot, Abelmoschus moschatus, Abelmoschus muliensis, Abelmoschus sagittifolius, Abelmoschus enbeepeegearensis, Abroma augustum, Abutilon abutiloides, Abutilon affine, Abutilon alii, Abutilon amplum, Abutilon andrewsianum, Abutilon andrieuxii, Abutilon anglosomaliae, Abutilon angulatum, Abutilon anodoides, Abutilon appendiculatum, Abutilon arenarium, Abutilon arequipense, Abutilon auritum, Abutilon austroafricanum, Abutilon badium, Abutilon balansae, Abutilon bastardioides, Abutilon benedictum, Abutilon berlandieri, Abutilon bidentatum, Abutilon bracteosum, Abutilon buchii, Abutilon burandtii, Abutilon bussei, Abutilon californicum, Abutilon calliphyllum, Abutilon carinatum, Abutilon coahuilae, Abutilon commutatum, Abutilon cryptopetalum, Abutilon cuspidatum, Abutilon densiflorum, Abutilon dinteri, Abutilon dispermum, Abutilon divaricatum, Abutilon dugesii, Abutilon durandoi,

References

Porter Peter Lowry (b.1956): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lowry' in the authors string.
Martin Wilhelm Callmander (b.1975): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Callm.' in the authors string.
Jérôme Munzinger: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Munzinger' in the authors string.