Aporosa latifolia - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
latifolia
ID:
249622
Status:
valid
Authors:
Thwaites
Source:
wcs
Year:
1861
Citation Micro:
Enum. Pl. Zeyl. : 288 (1861)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000248954
Common Names
- Broad-leaved Aporosa
- Aporosa Latifolia
- Broad-leaved Aporosa
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- Agyneia latifolia Moon [unknown]
Description
Aporosa latifolia (also called Bitter Bark, among many other common names) is a medium-sized evergreen tree with a spreading canopy and leathery, dark green leaves. It is native to Southeast Asia and is commonly found in lowland rainforests.
Uses & Benefits
Aporosa latifolia is used in traditional medicine for treating fever, inflammation, and digestive problems. It is also used to make perfumes and is a popular ornamental plant.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Aporosa latifolia is white, with five petals and a yellow center. The seed is a small, black, ovoid shape. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single stem.
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Aporosa latifolia can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from semi-ripe wood and rooted in a moist soil mix. The plants should be grown in full sun and require regular watering.
Where to Find Aporosa latifolia
Aporosa latifolia is native to tropical Africa and can be found in tropical rainforests.
Aporosa latifolia FAQ
What is the scientific name of Aporosa latifolia?
Aporosa latifolia
What is the family of Aporosa latifolia?
Euphorbiaceae
What is the natural habitat of Aporosa latifolia?
It is native to tropical Asia, from India to Indonesia.
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-13263: Based on the initial data import
George Henry Kendrick Thwaites (1812-1882): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Thwaites' in the authors string.