Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Genus:
Species:
membranaceum
ID:
237985

Status:
valid

Authors:
Müll.Arg.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1865

Citation Micro:
Linnaea 34: 68 (1865)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000237317



Common Names

  • Antidesma Membranaceum
  • Membranaceum Antidesma
  • Membranaceum Plant


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Synonyms

  • Antidesma meiocarpum J.Léonard [unknown]
  • Antidesma membranaceum molle Müll.Arg. [unknown]
  • Antidesma membranaceum tenuifolium Müll.Arg. [unknown]
  • Antidesma venosum membranaceum (Müll.Arg.) Lye [unknown]

Description

Antidesma membranaceum (also called 'Membranaceum Antidesma', among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Phyllanthaceae family. It is native to India, Sri Lanka, and Southeast Asia. It is found in tropical and subtropical forests at altitudes of 0–1,000 m. It is an evergreen shrub or small tree with large, leathery leaves and small, white flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Antidesma membranaceum is an ornamental plant, grown for its attractive flowers. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Antidesma membranaceum is a small, tubular bloom with a yellow-green color and a red-purple center. The seed is a small, round, dark brown seed. The seedling is a small, green plant with a single leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Antidesma membranaceum is a species of shrub native to tropical Asia and Australia. It grows in tropical and subtropical climates at elevations of 0–3000 m. It is a small shrub with thin branches and small leaves. It prefers bright light and high humidity. Propagation is done by seed or cuttings.

Where to Find Antidesma membranaceum

Antidesma membranaceum can be found in tropical rainforests in South and Southeast Asia.

Antidesma membranaceum FAQ

What is the optimal temperature for Antidesma membranaceum?

Antidesma membranaceum prefers temperatures between 55-65°F (13-18°C)

What type of soil does Antidesma membranaceum prefer?

Antidesma membranaceum prefers a well-draining potting mix that is high in organic matter.

What type of light does Antidesma membranaceum need?

Antidesma membranaceum prefers bright, indirect light.

Species in the Antidesma genus

Antidesma acidum, Antidesma alexiteria, Antidesma ambiguum, Antidesma annamense, Antidesma baccatum, Antidesma brachybotrys, Antidesma brevipes, Antidesma bunius, Antidesma catanduanense, Antidesma celebicum, Antidesma chalaranthum, Antidesma chonmon, Antidesma cochinchinense, Antidesma comptum, Antidesma concinnum, Antidesma contractum, Antidesma coriaceum, Antidesma costulatum, Antidesma cruciforme, Antidesma curranii, Antidesma cuspidatum, Antidesma dallachyanum, Antidesma digitaliforme, Antidesma eberhardtii, Antidesma edule, Antidesma elassophyllum, Antidesma elbertii, Antidesma erostre, Antidesma excavatum, Antidesma ferrugineum, Antidesma fleuryi, Antidesma forbesii, Antidesma fordii, Antidesma fruticosum, Antidesma fruticulosum, Antidesma ghaesembilla, Antidesma gillespieanum, Antidesma hainanense, Antidesma helferi, Antidesma heterophyllum, Antidesma japonicum, Antidesma jucundum, Antidesma kapuae, Antidesma khasianum, Antidesma kunstleri, Antidesma laciniatum, Antidesma laurifolium, Antidesma leucocladon, Antidesma leucopodum, Antidesma macgregorii,

Species in the Phyllanthaceae family

Actephila alanbakeri, Actephila saccata, Actephila albidula, Actephila anthelminthica, Actephila aurantiaca, Actephila collinsiae, Actephila daii, Actephila dolichopoda, Actephila excelsa, Actephila foetida, Actephila grandifolia, Actephila latifolia, Actephila lindleyi, Actephila longipedicellata, Actephila macrantha, Actephila mearsii, Actephila merrilliana, Actephila mooreana, Actephila nitidula, Actephila ovalis, Actephila petiolaris, Actephila pierrei, Actephila platysepala, Actephila puberula, Actephila sessilifolia, Actephila subsessilis, Actephila trichogyna, Actephila bella, Actephila championiae, Actephila flavescens, Actephila plicata, Actephila traceyi, Actephila venusta, Actephila vernicosa, Actephila forsteri, Amanoa almerindae, Amanoa anomala, Amanoa bracteosa, Amanoa caribaea, Amanoa congesta, Amanoa cupatensis, Amanoa glaucophylla, Amanoa gracillima, Amanoa guianensis, Amanoa muricata, Amanoa nanayensis, Amanoa neglecta, Amanoa oblongifolia, Amanoa sinuosa, Amanoa steyermarkii,

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