Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malvales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
pachyphylla
ID:
452321

Status:
valid

Authors:
Merr.

Source:
ksu

Year:
1929

Citation Micro:
Univ. Calif. Publ. Bot. 15: 187 (1929)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000451653



Common Names

  • Microcos Pachyphylla
  • Pachyphylla Microcos
  • Pachyphylla Microcos


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Description

Microcos pachyphylla (also called Thick-Leaved Microcos, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to tropical Asia. It has a rhizome root system and grows in moist, shady places.

Uses & Benefits

Microcos pachyphylla is used as an ornamental plant and its leaves are used in traditional medicine.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Microcos pachyphylla has small, white flowers with yellow centers. Its seeds are small and black, and its seedlings are thin and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Microcos pachyphylla is a tropical perennial plant that is native to Southeast Asia. It can be propagated by division or by seed. The plant prefers a warm, humid climate and should be grown in a well-draining soil. It should be kept in a sunny location and watered regularly. Fertilize the plant every few weeks with a balanced fertilizer.

Where to Find Microcos pachyphylla

Microcos pachyphylla is found in tropical rainforests in South East Asia, including Malaysia, Thailand, and Indonesia.

Microcos pachyphylla FAQ

What is the scientific name of Microcos pachyphylla?

Microcos pachyphylla

What are the common names of Microcos pachyphylla?

Thick-leaved Microcos

What is the natural habitat of Microcos pachyphylla?

It is native to Thailand and grows in wet, shady forests.

Species in the Microcos genus

Microcos heterotricha, Microcos henrici, Microcos havilandii, Microcos grandifolia, Microcos gossweileri, Microcos bifida, Microcos barombiensis, Microcos argentata, Microcos antidesmifolia, Microcos grandiflora, Microcos calophylla, Microcos globulifera, Microcos florida, Microcos floribunda, Microcos fibrocarpa, Microcos erythrocarpa, Microcos branderhorstii, Microcos crassifolia, Microcos brassii, Microcos conocarpoides, Microcos conocarpa, Microcos chrysothyrsa, Microcos cerasifera, Microcos ceramensis, Microcos calymmatosepala, Microcos latistipulata, Microcos lanceolata, Microcos kinabaluensis, Microcos inflexa, Microcos impressinervia, Microcos hirsuta, Microcos laurifolia, Microcos latifolia, Microcos urbaniana, Microcos pentandra, Microcos peekelii, Microcos pearsonii, Microcos paucicostata, Microcos paniculata, Microcos pachyphylla, Microcos philippinensis, Microcos pinnatifida, Microcos mildbraedii, Microcos microthyrsa, Microcos membranifolia, Microcos malayana, Microcos loerzingii, Microcos ledermannii, Microcos opaca, Microcos ugandensis,

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,