Margaritaria luzoniensis - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
luzoniensis
ID:
236992
Status:
valid
Authors:
(Merr.) Airy Shaw
Source:
wcs
Year:
1966
Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 20: 387 (1966)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000236324
Common Names
- Margaritaria luzoniensis
- Luzon Margaritaria
- Margaritaria
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesSynonyms
- Phyllanthus luzoniensis Merr. [unknown]
- Prosorus luzoniensis (Merr.) Airy Shaw [unknown]
Description
Margaritaria luzoniensis (also called Luzoniensis, 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 luzoniensis 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
The flower of Margaritaria luzoniensis is white and has five petals. The seed is small and round, with a black or brown color. The seedlings are thin and have a few leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Margaritaria luzoniensis 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 luzoniensis
Margaritaria luzoniensis is native to the Philippines and can be found in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests.
Margaritaria luzoniensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Margaritaria luzoniensis?
Margaritaria luzoniensis
What are the common names of Margaritaria luzoniensis?
No common names
What is the natural habitat of Margaritaria luzoniensis?
It is found in tropical rainforests of the Philippines
Species in the Margaritaria genus
Margaritaria anomala, Margaritaria cyanosperma, Margaritaria decaryana, Margaritaria discoidea, Margaritaria dubium-traceyi, Margaritaria hispidula, Margaritaria hotteana, Margaritaria indica, Margaritaria luzoniensis, Margaritaria nobilis, Margaritaria rhomboidalis, Margaritaria scandens, Margaritaria tetracocca,
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-120586: Based on the initial data import
Elmer Drew Merrill (1876-1956): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Merr.' in the authors string.
Herbert Kenneth Airy Shaw (1902-1985): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Airy Shaw' in the authors string.