Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Genus:
Species:
parvifolia
ID:
240019

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Wight) G.L.Webster

Source:
wcs

Year:
1965

Citation Micro:
Acta Bot. Neerl. 14: 342 (1965)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000239351



Common Names

  • Meineckia parvifolia
  • Meineckia Parvifolia
  • Meineckia Parvifolia Tree


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Synonyms

  • Peltandra flexuosa Thwaites [unknown]
  • Peltandra parvifolia Wight [unknown]
  • Phyllanthus peltandrus Müll.Arg. [unknown]
  • Phyllanthus suberosus Wight ex Müll.Arg. [unknown]
  • Phyllanthus thwaitesianus Müll.Arg. [unknown]
  • Neopeltandra parvifolia (Wight) Alston [unknown]
  • Neopeltandra suberosa (Wight ex Müll.Arg.) Gamble [unknown]
  • Diasperus peltandrus (Müll.Arg.) Kuntze [unknown]
  • Diasperus suberosus (Wight ex Müll.Arg.) Kuntze [unknown]
  • Diasperus thwaitesianus (Müll.Arg.) Kuntze [unknown]
  • Andrachne fruticosa B.Heyne ex Hook.f. [unknown]

Description

Meineckia parvifolia (also called Parvifolia 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 parvifolia 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 parvifolia 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 parvifolia 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 parvifolia

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

Meineckia parvifolia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Meineckia parvifolia?

Meineckia parvifolia

What type of plant is Meineckia parvifolia?

A shrub

Where is Meineckia parvifolia 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-123430: Based on the initial data import
Robert Wight (1796-1872): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Wight' in the authors string.
Grady Webster (1927-2005): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'G.L.Webster' in the authors string.