Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Genus:
Species:
lucida
ID:
249719

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Miq.) Airy Shaw

Source:
wcs

Year:
1975

Citation Micro:
Kew Bull., Addit. Ser. 4: 38 (1975)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000249051



Common Names

  • Shining Aporosa
  • Aporosa Longicaudata
  • Aporosa lucida


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Synonyms

  • Tetractinostigma lucidum Miq. [unknown]

Description

Aporosa lucida (also called Lucida Aporosa, among many other common names) is a species of plant in the Myrtaceae family. It is native to the Mediterranean region and is found in dry, rocky habitats. This shrub typically grows to a height of 1-2 m and has small, white flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Aporosa lucida is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge. It is also used for its essential oils, which have antiseptic, anti-inflammatory, and analgesic properties.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Aporosa lucida var. lucida
Aporosa lucida var. ellipsoidea Airy Shaw
Aporosa lucida var. pubescens Schot
Aporosa lucida var. trilocularis Schot

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Aporosa lucida are white, with five petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Aporosa lucida is a shrub that can be propagated from cuttings or seeds. Cuttings should be taken from young, healthy wood and planted in a well-draining soil mix. Seeds should be sown in a light, sandy soil and kept moist until germination occurs. Once established, Aporosa lucida requires little maintenance and can tolerate some drought.

Where to Find Aporosa lucida

Aporosa lucida is native to Southeast Asia, including parts of India, China, and Indonesia.

Aporosa lucida FAQ

What is the scientific name of Aporosa lucida?

Aporosa lucida

What is the common name of Aporosa lucida?

Shining Aporosa

What is the habitat of Aporosa lucida?

Aporosa lucida is found in tropical rainforests of Southeast Asia

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-13272: Based on the initial data import
Friedrich Anton Wilhelm Miquel (1811-1871): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Miq.' in the authors string.
Herbert Kenneth Airy Shaw (1902-1985): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Airy Shaw' in the authors string.