Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malvales
Family:
Species:
leiomacrantha
ID:
575

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Hochr.) Skema

Source:
Catalogue of the Plants of Madagascar (Tropicos)

Year:
2012

Citation Micro:
Taxon 61: 623 (2012)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001315029



Common Names

  • Andringitra leiomacrantha
  • Madagascar Rock-Rose
  • Madagascar Rose


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Synonyms

  • Dombeya leiomacrantha Hochr. [unknown]
  • Dombeya leiomacrantha leiomacrantha [unknown]
  • Dombeya leiomacrantha leiomacrantha [unknown]

Description

Andringitra leiomacrantha (also called Leiomacrantha Andringitra, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Madagascar. It has a short stem and a rosette of leaves. The leaves are linear, with a length of up to 15 cm and a width of up to 0.5 cm. The plant is found in humid montane forests, at elevations of up to 1,500 m.

Uses & Benefits

Andringitra leiomacrantha is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a source of firewood and timber.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Andringitra leiomacrantha sub. angustata (Hochr.) Skema
Andringitra leiomacrantha sub. leiomacrantha

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Andringitra leiomacrantha has yellow flowers with four petals and four sepals. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings have two long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Andringitra leiomacrantha is a species of flowering plant in the family Rubiaceae. It is native to Madagascar. It is a shrub or small tree, growing up to 5 m tall. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood and rooted in a moist soil mix.

Where to Find Andringitra leiomacrantha

Andringitra leiomacrantha is found in the Andringitra Massif in Madagascar.

Andringitra leiomacrantha FAQ

What is the scientific name of Andringitra leiomacrantha?

Andringitra leiomacrantha

What is the common name of Andringitra leiomacrantha?

Andringitra

What is the natural habitat of Andringitra leiomacrantha?

Dry deciduous forests

What is the flowering season of Andringitra leiomacrantha?

Summer

What is the average height of Andringitra leiomacrantha?

2-3 meters

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

Bénédict Pierre Georges Hochreutiner (1873-1959): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hochr.' in the authors string.
Cynthia Skema: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Skema' in the authors string.