Melochia pterocarpa - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Arènes
Source:
ksu
Year:
1956
Citation Micro:
Mém. Inst. Sci. Madagascar, Sér. B, Biol. Vég. 7: 68 (1956)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000452204
Common Names
- Melochia pterocarpa
- Winged-Fruit Melochia
- Winged-Fruit False Cotton
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Melochia pterocarpa (also called Winged Mallow, among many other common names) is an annual or perennial herb native to the Mediterranean region and western Asia. It has a woody stem and grows up to 1.5 meters tall. It is found in dry grasslands, scrub, and open woodlands.
Uses & Benefits
Melochia pterocarpa is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and as a medicinal plant to treat skin diseases and to reduce inflammation.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Melochia pterocarpa has white flowers with five petals and yellow centers. The seeds are small, black, and round. The seedlings are small and have thin, green stems.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Melochia pterocarpa is a perennial plant that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be grown in containers or in the ground. It is drought tolerant and can be pruned to maintain its shape.
Where to Find Melochia pterocarpa
Melochia pterocarpa is native to tropical regions of Africa, Asia, and the Pacific Islands. It can be found in moist, shaded areas such as rainforests and can be purchased from online nurseries.
Melochia pterocarpa FAQ
What are the common names of Melochia pterocarpa?
African Mallow, Winged Mallow
What is the growth habit of Melochia pterocarpa?
It is an evergreen shrub that grows up to 1.5 m tall.
What is the natural habitat of Melochia pterocarpa?
It is native to tropical Africa and is found in moist forests, woodlands, and along streams.
Species in the Melochia genus
Melochia villosa, Melochia manducata, Melochia makateaensis, Melochia lupulina, Melochia longidentata, Melochia kerriifolia, Melochia hermannioides, Melochia hassleriana, Melochia graminifolia, Melochia nudiflora, Melochia nodiflora, Melochia mollipila, Melochia melissifolia, Melochia mollis, Melochia caracasana, Melochia arenosa, Melochia bissei, Melochia crenata, Melochia corchorifolia, Melochia urticifolia, Melochia ulmifolia, Melochia pyramidata, Melochia pulverulenta, Melochia pterocarpa, Melochia pilosa, Melochia parvifolia, Melochia parhamii, Melochia tomentosa, Melochia sergipana, Melochia trujilloi, Melochia longebracteolata, Melochia betsiliensis, Melochia anomala, Melochia argentina, Melochia betonicifolia, Melochia chamaedrys, Melochia illicioides, Melochia lanata, Melochia lanceolata, Melochia simplex, Melochia splendens, Melochia tomentella, Melochia leucantha, Melochia peruviana, Melochia bernoulliana, Melochia goldbergii, Melochia morongii, Melochia thymifolia, Melochia speciosa, Melochia canescens,
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
Jean Arènes (1898-1960): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Arènes' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:824531-1: Based on the initial data import