Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Rosales
Family:
Species:
madagascariensis
ID:
567169

Status:
valid

Authors:
Blume

Source:
cmp

Year:
1852

Citation Micro:
Mus. Bot. 2: 88 (1852)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000566501

Common Names

  • Bleekrodea madagascariensis
  • Madagascariensis Bleekrodea
  • Bleekrodea Madagascariensis

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Synonyms

  • Bleekrodea madagascariensis longifolia Bureau [unknown]
  • Streblus madagascariensis (Blume) Corner [unknown]

Description

Bleekrodea madagascariensis (also called Blechum pyramidatum, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub that can reach up to 1.5 meters in height. It is native to the Caribbean, Central and South America, and is found in tropical and subtropical moist forests.

Uses & Benefits

Bleekrodea madagascariensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used in traditional medicine.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Bleekrodea madagascariensis is a small, white, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single, long stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Bleekrodea madagascariensis can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers moist, well-drained soil in full sun to partial shade. It can be propagated by seed sown in spring or by division of clumps in spring or autumn.

Where to Find Bleekrodea madagascariensis

Bleekrodea madagascariensis can be found in Madagascar.

Bleekrodea madagascariensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Bleekrodea madagascariensis?

Bleekrodea madagascariensis

What is the common name of Bleekrodea madagascariensis?

Madagascar Bleekrodea

What is the habitat of Bleekrodea madagascariensis?

It is found in Madagascar

Species in the Moraceae family

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