Microcos sinuata - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
(Wall. ex Mast.) Burret
Source:
ksu
Year:
1926
Citation Micro:
Notizbl. Bot. Gart. Berlin-Dahlem 9: 735 (1926)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000451679
Common Names
- Microcos sinuata
- Sinuate-leaved Microcos
- Sinuate-leaved Velvet-apple
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Microcos sinuata (also called Sinuate Microcos, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Rubiaceae. It is native to tropical Africa, and is a small shrub or tree that grows in forests and woodlands. It has white flowers and small, oval-shaped leaves.
Uses & Benefits
Microcos sinuata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Microcos sinuata is a small, white flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single leaf.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Microcos sinuata is a tropical evergreen shrub that grows best in full sun to partial shade. It prefers moist, well-draining soil and should be watered regularly. Propagation is best done through stem cuttings or seeds.
Where to Find Microcos sinuata
Microcos sinuata is found in tropical rainforests in South East Asia, including Malaysia, Thailand, and Indonesia.
Microcos sinuata FAQ
What is the scientific name of Microcos sinuata?
Microcos sinuata
What is the common name of Microcos sinuata?
Sinuate Microcos
What is the natural habitat of Microcos sinuata?
Dry deciduous forests, scrublands, and grasslands
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,
References
Nathaniel Wolff Wallich (1786-1854): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Wall.' in the authors string.
Maxwell Tylden Masters (1833-1907): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Mast.' in the authors string.
Max Burret (1883-1964): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Burret' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:834861-1: Based on the initial data import