Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Species:
anomala
ID:
236972

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Baill.) Fosberg

Source:
wcs

Year:
1978

Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 33: 185 (1978)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000236304



Common Names

  • Margaritaria anomala
  • Anomalous Margaritaria
  • Margaritaria


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Synonyms

  • Kirganelia eglandulosa Baill. [unknown]
  • Margaritaria anomala cheloniphorbe (Hutch.) Fosberg [unknown]
  • Phyllanthus anomalus (Baill.) Müll.Arg. [unknown]
  • Phyllanthus anomalus erythroxyloides (Müll.Arg.) Leandri [unknown]
  • Phyllanthus cheloniphorbe Hutch. [unknown]
  • Phyllanthus eglandulosus (Baill.) Leandri [unknown]
  • Phyllanthus erythroxyloides Müll.Arg. [unknown]
  • Phyllanthus hysteranthus Müll.Arg. [unknown]
  • Securinega hysterantha Bojer [unknown]
  • Cicca anomala Baill. [unknown]
  • Diasperus erythroxylodes (Müll.Arg.) Kuntze [unknown]
  • Flueggea eglandulosa Baill. [unknown]
  • Flueggea major Baill. [unknown]
  • Anisonema eglandulosum Decne. [unknown]
  • Phyllanthus anomalus erythroxyloides (Müll.Arg.) Leandri [unknown]

Description

Margaritaria anomala (also called Anomala, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that grows up to 8 m tall. It is native to Central America and the Caribbean, and is found in tropical moist lowland forests. Its leaves are simple, alternate, and have entire margins.

Uses & Benefits

Margaritaria anomala is used for its ornamental value and is often planted in gardens and parks. It is also used as a hedge plant and as a windbreak.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Margaritaria anomala has white flowers with yellow centers and a sweet fragrance. The seeds are small, round and black. The seedlings have small, oval-shaped leaves and a pale green stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Margaritaria anomala can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or summer in a well-drained soil. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and rooted in a well-drained soil. The plant should be grown in full sun to partial shade and requires regular watering.

Where to Find Margaritaria anomala

Margaritaria anomala is native to tropical Africa and can be found in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests.

Margaritaria anomala FAQ

What is the scientific name of Margaritaria anomala?

Margaritaria anomala

What is the family of Margaritaria anomala?

Euphorbiaceae

What is the common name of Margaritaria anomala?

Anomalous Margaritaria

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-120568: Based on the initial data import
Henri Ernest Baillon (1827-1895): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Baill.' in the authors string.
Francis Raymond Fosberg (1908-1993): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Fosberg' in the authors string.