Neobeguea mahafaliensis - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
J.-F.Leroy
Source:
tro
Year:
1976
Citation Micro:
Adansonia , n.s., 16: 172 (1976)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001083693
Common Names
- Neobeguea mahafaliensis
- Mahafaly Neobeguea
- Mahafaly Mahogany
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Neobeguea mahafaliensis (also called Mahafali Neobeguea, among many other common names) is a medium-sized tree with a rounded crown, native to tropical America and the Caribbean. It grows in humid forests, from sea level to 1,500 m. It has a smooth, grey bark and its leaves are alternate, oblong-lanceolate, and glossy green.
Uses & Benefits
Neobeguea mahafaliensis is used as an ornamental plant, for medicinal purposes, and as a source of timber and fuelwood.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Neobeguea mahafaliensis has small, white flowers and small, black seeds. The seedlings are small and have a single leaf.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Neobeguea mahafaliensis is a shrub or small tree that can reach a height of up to 8 m. It is propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from mature wood and planted in a well-drained soil mix. Keep the soil moist and provide adequate light.
Where to Find Neobeguea mahafaliensis
Neobeguea mahafaliensis can be found in Madagascar.
Species in the Neobeguea genus
Species in the Meliaceae family
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References
The Plant List v1.1 record tro-20400859: Based on the initial data import
Jean-François Leroy (1915-1999): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.-F.Leroy' in the authors string.