Malleastrum minutifoliolatum - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Sapindales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
minutifoliolatum
ID:
1234380
Status:
valid
Authors:
J.-F.Leroy
Source:
tro
Year:
1996
Citation Micro:
Bull. Mus. Natl. Hist. Nat., B, Adansonia 18: 14 (1996)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001233718
Common Names
- Malleastrum minutifoliolatum
- Minutifoliolatum Malleastrum
- Minutifoliolatum Tree
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Malleastrum minutifoliolatum (also called 'Minute-leaved Malleastrum', among many other common names) is a small to medium-sized shrub with a spreading growth habit. It is native to South America, and grows in dry, open habitats. Its leaves are small and ovate, and its flowers are small and white.
Uses & Benefits
Malleastrum minutifoliolatum is used in traditional Chinese medicine for treating skin diseases, fever, and inflammation. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Malleastrum minutifoliolatum is a white or pale pink, funnel-shaped corolla with a yellow throat. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are short and have a single pair of leaves.
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Malleastrum minutifoliolatum is a tropical plant that is easily propagated from seed or cuttings. It prefers well-drained, moist soil and partial shade. It can be grown in full sun, but may require more frequent watering. It is best to water the plant deeply and then allow the soil to dry out before watering again. Fertilize with a balanced fertilizer every two weeks during the growing season.
Where to Find Malleastrum minutifoliolatum
Malleastrum minutifoliolatum is native to China and can be found in the provinces of Sichuan, Yunnan, and Guizhou.
Species in the Malleastrum genus
Malleastrum boivinianum, Malleastrum gracile, Malleastrum isalense, Malleastrum mandenense, Malleastrum depauperatum, Malleastrum pseudodepauperatum, Malleastrum antsingyense, Malleastrum mocquerysii, Malleastrum obtusifolium, Malleastrum ramiflorum, Malleastrum sepaliferum, Malleastrum rakotozafyi, Malleastrum letouzeyanum, Malleastrum perrieri, Malleastrum sambiranense, Malleastrum tampolense, Malleastrum minutifoliolatum, Malleastrum contractum, Malleastrum horokoke, Malleastrum schatzii, Malleastrum orientale,
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 tro-50076426: Based on the initial data import
Jean-François Leroy (1915-1999): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.-F.Leroy' in the authors string.