Status:
valid
Authors:
Balf.f.
Source:
ksu
Year:
1876
Citation Micro:
J. Linn. Soc., Bot. 15: 160 (1876)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000451607
Common Names
- Mathurina penduliflora
- Pendulous-flowered Mathurina
- Pendulous-flowered Tree
Description
Mathurina penduliflora (also called Indian toothbrush tree, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Phyllanthaceae. It is native to India, Sri Lanka, and the Andaman and Nicobar Islands. It grows in moist and shady forests.
Uses & Benefits
Mathurina penduliflora is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Mathurina penduliflora is a small, white or pink flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, shiny seed. The seedlings are small and have a single, long, thin stem with small, oval-shaped leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Mathurina penduliflora is a tropical evergreen shrub that grows best in full sun to partial shade. It prefers well-draining soil and should be watered regularly. Propagation is best done through stem cuttings or seeds.
Where to Find Mathurina penduliflora
Mathurina penduliflora is native to India and can be found in moist, shady areas.
Mathurina penduliflora FAQ
What is the scientific name of Mathurina penduliflora?
Mathurina penduliflora
What is the common name of Mathurina penduliflora?
Pendulous Mathurina
What is the natural habitat of Mathurina penduliflora?
Mathurina penduliflora is native to India and is found in moist and shady areas.
Species in the Mathurina genus
Species in the Passifloraceae family
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Adenia litoralis,
Adenia mcdadeana,
Adenia metamorpha,
Adenia stylosa,
Adenia aculeata,
Adenia acuta,
Adenia adenifera,
Adenia antongilliana,
Adenia ballyi,
Adenia banaensis,
Adenia bequaertii,
Adenia boivinii,
Adenia cardiophylla,
Adenia cissampeloides,
Adenia cladosepala,
Adenia cordifolia,
Adenia cordifolia,
Adenia crassa,
Adenia cynanchifolia,
Adenia densiflora,
Adenia digitata,
Adenia dinklagei,
Adenia dolichosiphon,
Adenia ecirrosa,
Adenia elegans,
Adenia ellenbeckii,
Adenia epigea,
Adenia erecta,
Adenia fasciculata,
Adenia fernandesiana,
Adenia firingalavensis,
Adenia fruticosa,
Adenia gedoensis,
Adenia glauca,
Adenia globosa,
Adenia globosa,
Adenia goetzei,
Adenia gracilis,
Adenia guineensis,
Adenia gummifera,
Adenia hastata,
Adenia heterophylla,
Adenia hondala,
Adenia huillensis,
Adenia inermis,
Adenia isaloensis,
Adenia karibaensis,
Adenia keramanthus,
Adenia kinabaluensis,