Malleastrum perrieri - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Sapindales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
perrieri
ID:
1226160
Status:
valid
Authors:
J.-F.Leroy
Source:
tro
Year:
1990
Citation Micro:
Bull. Mus. Natl. Hist. Nat., B, Adansonia 11: 398 (1989 publ. 1990)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001225498
Common Names
- Perrier's Malleastrum
- Malleastrum perrieri
- Malleastrum
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Malleastrum perrieri (also called Perrier's Malleastrum, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree native to Madagascar. It has a short trunk with large, leathery leaves and white or pink flowers. It grows in tropical and subtropical forests.
Uses & Benefits
Malleastrum perrieri is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used in traditional Chinese medicine to treat various ailments such as fever, cough, and sore throat.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Malleastrum perrieri is white, with five petals, and the seed is a small, round, dark brown nut. The seedlings are small, with two to three leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Malleastrum perrieri is a shrub native to Madagascar. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. The seeds should be sown in a moist, well-drained medium and kept in a warm, humid environment. Cuttings should be taken in the spring or summer and planted in a moist, well-drained medium. The cuttings should be kept in a warm, humid environment.
Where to Find Malleastrum perrieri
Malleastrum perrieri is native to Africa and can be found in the tropical and subtropical regions of the continent.
Malleastrum perrieri FAQ
What is the scientific name of Malleastrum perrieri?
Malleastrum perrieri
What is the common name of Malleastrum perrieri?
Malleastrum
What is the natural habitat of Malleastrum perrieri?
Tropical rainforests
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-50044284: Based on the initial data import
Jean-François Leroy (1915-1999): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.-F.Leroy' in the authors string.