Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Genus:
Species:
decaryi
ID:
239998

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Leandri) Jean F.Brunel

Source:
wcs

Year:
1987

Citation Micro:
Gen. Phyllanthus Afr. Intertrop. Madag. : 248 (1987)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000239330



Common Names

  • Meineckia decaryi
  • Meineckia Decaryi
  • Meineckia Decaryi Tree


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Synonyms

  • Zimmermannia decaryi (Leandri) G.L.Webster [unknown]
  • Cluytiandra decaryi Leandri [unknown]
  • Meineckia decaryi (Leandri) Jean F.Brunel ex Radcl.-Sm. [unknown]

Description

Meineckia decaryi (also called Decary's meineckia, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree with ovate to elliptic leaves that are 2-7 cm long. It is native to Madagascar and is found in dry deciduous forests and scrublands.

Uses & Benefits

Meineckia decaryi is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments such as fever, coughs, and colds.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Meineckia decaryi var. decaryi
Meineckia decaryi var. occidentalis (Leandri) Radcl.-Sm.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Meineckia decaryi has small white flowers with five petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and thin with a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Meineckia decaryi is a shrub native to Madagascar. It prefers full sun and well-draining soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some light frost. Propagation is done through cuttings or seed.

Where to Find Meineckia decaryi

Meineckia decaryi is native to India and can be found in moist forests and grasslands.

Meineckia decaryi FAQ

What is the scientific name of Meineckia decaryi?

Meineckia decaryi

What is the common name of Meineckia decaryi?

Decary's Meineckia

Where is Meineckia decaryi found?

It is found in tropical and subtropical regions of Asia, Africa, and Madagascar.

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-123410: Based on the initial data import
Jacques Désiré Leandri (1903-1982): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Leandri' in the authors string.
Jean F. Brunel (b.1945): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Jean F.Brunel' in the authors string.