Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Genus:
Species:
brevicaudata
ID:
249062

Status:
valid

Authors:
Pax & K.Hoffm.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1922

Citation Micro:
Pflanzenr. , IV, 147, XV: 98 (1922)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000248394



Common Names

  • Aporosa brevicaudata
  • Brevicaudata Aporosa
  • Aporosa


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Synonyms

  • Aporosa squarrosa Airy Shaw & Gage [unknown]

Description

Aporosa brevicaudata (also called 'Short-tailed Aporosa', among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Euphorbiaceae family. It is a shrub or small tree with alternate, obovate leaves and small, yellowish flowers. It is native to India, Sri Lanka, and Indochina, and is found in tropical and subtropical moist forests.

Uses & Benefits

Aporosa brevicaudata has been used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of essential oils.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Aporosa brevicaudata has white flowers with yellow centers. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small and have long, thin stems.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Aporosa brevicaudata is a small shrub that grows up to 2m in height. It is native to Australia and can be propagated from cuttings or by seed. It prefers moist, well-drained soil in a sunny position and is tolerant of light frost. It is drought and salt tolerant and can be pruned to shape.

Where to Find Aporosa brevicaudata

Aporosa brevicaudata is native to Southeast Asia and can be found in tropical and subtropical rainforests.

Aporosa brevicaudata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Aporosa brevicaudata?

Aporosa brevicaudata

What is the common name of Aporosa brevicaudata?

Brevicaudata

What are the uses of Aporosa brevicaudata?

It is used in traditional medicine and for ornamental purposes.

Species in the Aporosa genus

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

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-13211: Based on the initial data import
Ferdinand Albin Pax (1858-1942): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Pax' in the authors string.
Käthe Hoffmann (b.1883): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'K.Hoffm.' in the authors string.