Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Genus:
Species:
microcarpum
ID:
238107

Status:
valid

Authors:
Elmer

Source:
wcs

Year:
1908

Citation Micro:
Leafl. Philipp. Bot. 2: 487 (1908)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000237439



Common Names

  • Microcarpum Antidesma
  • Antidesma Microcarpum
  • Microcarpum's Antidesma


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Synonyms

  • Antidesma frutiferum Elmer [unknown]
  • Antidesma maesoides Pax & K.Hoffm. [unknown]

Description

Antidesma microcarpum (also called Microcarpum's Antidesma, among many other common names) is a small, evergreen shrub with glossy, dark green leaves. It is native to the tropical rainforests of South America, and grows in moist, shady areas at elevations of up to 1000m.

Uses & Benefits

Antidesma microcarpum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used for its medicinal properties, including treating fever, headaches, and digestive issues.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Antidesma microcarpum has small, yellow-green flowers with a white lip. The seed is round and black. The seedlings are small and have two leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Antidesma microcarpum is a shrub or small tree that requires warm to hot temperatures and moderate to high humidity. It should be grown in a well-draining medium, such as a mix of soil and compost. Propagation is usually done through cuttings or seeds.

Where to Find Antidesma microcarpum

Antidesma microcarpum is native to the cloud forests of Colombia.

Antidesma microcarpum FAQ

What is the optimal temperature for Antidesma microcarpum?

Antidesma microcarpum prefers temperatures between 60-70 degrees Fahrenheit.

What type of soil is best for Antidesma microcarpum?

Well-draining, slightly acidic soil is best for Antidesma microcarpum.

How much light does Antidesma microcarpum need?

Antidesma microcarpum 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,

References