Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Sapindales
Family:
Species:
sumatrana
ID:
507040

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Miq.) Harms

Source:
cmp

Year:
1896

Citation Micro:
Nat. Pflanzenfam. 3(4): 296 (1896)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000506372



Common Names

  • Sumatra Aphanamixis
  • Sumatran Aphanamixis
  • Aphanamixis Sumatra


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Synonyms

  • Ricinocarpodendron sumatranum (Miq.) Mabb. [unknown]
  • Amoora sumatrana Miq. [unknown]

Description

Aphanamixis sumatrana (also called Sumatran Aphanamixis, among many other common names) is a species of shrub found in the tropical and subtropical regions of Southeast Asia. It has small, oval leaves and small, white flowers. It is found in moist, shady areas in the understory of the forest.

Uses & Benefits

Aphanamixis sumatrana is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant to treat fever, pain, and inflammation.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Aphanamixis sumatrana has small, yellow flowers with five petals and yellow anthers. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Aphanamixis sumatrana is a shrub or small tree that grows in tropical climates. It is propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and full sun to partial shade. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to 25°F (-4°C).

Where to Find Aphanamixis sumatrana

Aphanamixis sumatrana can be found in Sumatra, Indonesia.

Aphanamixis sumatrana FAQ

What is the common name of Aphanamixis sumatrana?

Sumatrana

What is the natural habitat of Aphanamixis sumatrana?

Tropical rainforests

What is the optimal temperature for Aphanamixis sumatrana?

20-25°C

Species in the Meliaceae family

Aglaia cooperae, Aglaia agglomerata, Aglaia aherniana, Aglaia amplexicaulis, Aglaia angustifolia, Aglaia apiocarpa, Aglaia archboldiana, Aglaia argentea, Aglaia australiensis, Aglaia barbanthera, Aglaia basiphylla, Aglaia beccarii, Aglaia brassii, Aglaia breviracemosa, Aglaia brownii, Aglaia bullata, Aglaia ceramica, Aglaia chittagonga, Aglaia conferta, Aglaia coriacea, Aglaia costata, Aglaia crassinervia, Aglaia cremea, Aglaia cucullata, Aglaia cumingiana, Aglaia cuspidata, Aglaia densisquama, Aglaia densitricha, Aglaia edulis, Aglaia elaeagnoidea, Aglaia elliptica, Aglaia erythrosperma, Aglaia euryanthera, Aglaia evansensis, Aglaia eximia, Aglaia exstipulata, Aglaia flavescens, Aglaia flavida, Aglaia forbesii, Aglaia foveolata, Aglaia fragilis, Aglaia glabrata, Aglaia gracilis, Aglaia grandis, Aglaia heterotricha, Aglaia hiernii, Aglaia ijzermannii, Aglaia integrifolia, Aglaia korthalsii, Aglaia lancilimba,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2603517: Based on the initial data import
Friedrich Anton Wilhelm Miquel (1811-1871): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Miq.' in the authors string.
Hermann Harms (1870-1942): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Harms' in the authors string.