Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
affinis
ID:
244338

Status:
valid

Authors:
J.J.Sm.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1918

Citation Micro:
Bull. Jard. Bot. Buitenzorg , sér. 2, 26: 111 (1918)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000243670



Common Names

  • Microsaccus affinis
  • Affinis Microsaccus
  • Affinis Tree


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Description

Microsaccus affinis (also called Chiquitano, among many other common names) is a species of tree in the Sapotaceae family. It is native to Bolivia, Brazil, Colombia, Ecuador, and Peru. It is found in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests.

Uses & Benefits

Microsaccus affinis is used as a traditional medicine for treating fever, diarrhea, and other ailments. It is also used as a dye for fabrics and as an ornamental plant in gardens.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Microsaccus affinis has small, yellow-green flowers with a white labellum. Its seeds are small and round, and its seedlings are small and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Microsaccus affinis is a small, evergreen shrub native to Southeast Asia. It is best grown in a well-drained, slightly acidic soil in a sunny location. It can be propagated by cuttings, layering, or seed. The seeds should be sown on the surface of a moist, sterile medium and kept in a warm, humid environment.

Where to Find Microsaccus affinis

Microsaccus affinis is native to the tropical rainforests of South America.

Microsaccus affinis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Microsaccus affinis?

Microsaccus affinis

What is the natural habitat of Microsaccus affinis?

It is native to Borneo

What is the flower color of Microsaccus affinis?

The flowers are white

Species in the Orchidaceae family

Aa fiebrigii, Aa hartwegii, Aa hieronymi, Aa leucantha, Aa lorentzii, Aa macra, Aa achalensis, Aa maderoi, Aa mandonii, Aa matthewsii, Aa microtidis, Aa paleacea, Aa argyrolepis, Aa riobambae, Aa rosei, Aa schickendanzii, Aa sphaeroglossa, Aa trilobulata, Aa weddelliana, Aa aurantiaca, Aa calceata, Aa colombiana, Aa denticulata, Aa erosa, Aa figueroi, Aa lozanoi, Aa lehmannii, Acampe carinata, Acampe cephalotes, Acampe ochracea, Acampe pachyglossa, Acampe praemorsa, Acampe joiceyana, Acampe hulae, Acanthophippium bicolor, Acanthophippium chrysoglossum, Acanthophippium curtisii, Acanthophippium eburneum, Acanthophippium gougahense, Acanthophippium javanicum, Acanthophippium lilacinum, Acanthophippium mantinianum, Acanthophippium parviflorum, Acanthophippium pictum, Acanthophippium splendidum, Acanthophippium striatum, Acanthophippium sylhetense, Acanthophippium curtisii, Achlydosa glandulosa, Acianthera aculeata,

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