Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Genus:
Species:
nguruensis
ID:
240015

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Radcl.-Sm.) Jean F.Brunel

Source:
wcs

Year:
1987

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

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000239347



Common Names

  • Meineckia nguruensis
  • Meineckia Nguruensis
  • Meineckia Nguruensis Tree


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Synonyms

  • Zimmermannia nguruensis Radcl.-Sm. [unknown]
  • Meineckia nguruensis (Radcl.-Sm.) Brunel ex Radcl.-Sm. [deprecated]

Description

Meineckia nguruensis (also called Nguruensis 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 nguruensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in the production of cut flowers.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Meineckia nguruensis has small, white flowers with yellow and purple markings. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Meineckia nguruensis 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 nguruensis

Meineckia nguruensis is native to Tanzania and can be found in moist forests and grasslands.

Meineckia nguruensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Meineckia nguruensis?

Meineckia nguruensis

What type of plant is Meineckia nguruensis?

A shrub

Where is Meineckia nguruensis found?

In Africa

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-123427: Based on the initial data import
Alan Radcliffe-Smith (1938-2007): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Radcl.-Sm.' in the authors string.
Jean F. Brunel (b.1945): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Jean F.Brunel' in the authors string.