Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malvales
Family:
Species:
leucomacrantha
ID:
576

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Hochr.) Skema

Source:
Catalogue of the Plants of Madagascar (Tropicos)

Year:
2012

Citation Micro:
Taxon 61: 623 (2012)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001315030



Common Names

  • Andringitra leucomacrantha
  • White Rock-Rose
  • White Rose


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Synonyms

  • Dombeya leucomacrantha Hochr. [unknown]
  • Dombeya leucomacrantha leucomacrantha [unknown]

Description

Andringitra leucomacrantha (also called Leucomacrantha 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 leucomacrantha is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a source of firewood and timber.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Andringitra leucomacrantha 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 leucomacrantha 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 leucomacrantha

Andringitra leucomacrantha is found in the highlands of Madagascar.

Andringitra leucomacrantha FAQ

What is the scientific name of Andringitra leucomacrantha?

Andringitra leucomacrantha

What is the common name of Andringitra leucomacrantha?

Andringitra

What is the natural habitat of Andringitra leucomacrantha?

Dry deciduous forests

What is the flowering season of Andringitra leucomacrantha?

Summer

What is the average height of Andringitra leucomacrantha?

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.