Myodocarpus gracilis - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Apiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
gracilis
ID:
247618
Status:
valid
Authors:
(Dubard & R.Vig.) Lowry
Source:
wcs
Year:
2004
Citation Micro:
World Checkl. & Bibliogr. Araliaceae : 221 (2003 publ. 2004)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000246950
Common Names
- Myodocarpus gracilis
- Gracilis Bush
- Myodocarpus Bush
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- Myodocarpus elegans gracilis Dubard & R.Vig. [valid]
Description
Myodocarpus gracilis (also called Slender Myodocarpus, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree native to Madagascar. It grows up to 10 meters tall and has elliptic-lanceolate leaves. It is found in subtropical and tropical moist lowland forests.
Uses & Benefits
Myodocarpus gracilis is used for its ornamental value in gardens. It is also used for its timber, which is used for making furniture and other wood products.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Myodocarpus gracilis is a small, white, five-petaled flower with yellow stamens. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have two small, oval leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Myodocarpus gracilis can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from semi-ripe wood and placed in a moist, well-drained potting mix. Both methods should be kept in a warm, sheltered position.
Where to Find Myodocarpus gracilis
Myodocarpus gracilis is native to tropical regions of Africa, Asia, and the Americas.
Myodocarpus gracilis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Myodocarpus gracilis?
Myodocarpus gracilis
What is the family of Myodocarpus gracilis?
Myodocarpaceae
What is the common name of Myodocarpus gracilis?
Graceful myodocarpus
Species in the Myodocarpus genus
Species in the Myodocarpaceae family
Delarbrea balansae, Delarbrea collina, Delarbrea harmsii, Delarbrea longicarpa, Delarbrea michieana, Delarbrea montana, Delarbrea paradoxa, Myodocarpus crassifolius, Myodocarpus fraxinifolius, Myodocarpus gracilis, Myodocarpus involucratus, Myodocarpus lanceolatus, Myodocarpus pinnatus, Myodocarpus simplicifolius, Myodocarpus vieillardii,
References
Marcel Dubard (1873-1914): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Dubard' in the authors string.
Porter Peter Lowry (b.1956): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lowry' in the authors string.
René Viguier (1880-1931): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.Vig.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:60427048-2: Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.