Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Proteales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
heterophylla
ID:
453154

Status:
valid

Authors:
L.S.Sm.

Source:
ksu

Year:
1969

Citation Micro:
Contr. Queensland Herb. 6: 12 (1969)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000452486



Common Names

  • Heterophylla Musgravea
  • Musgravea heterophylla
  • Musgravea tree


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Description

Musgravea heterophylla (also called 'Musgravea', among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to tropical Africa. It has leathery leaves and small, white flowers. It grows in dry, sunny areas on rocky slopes and in disturbed soils.

Uses & Benefits

Musgravea heterophylla is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge. It is also used to make herbal teas and as a medicinal plant to treat a variety of ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Musgravea heterophylla has small white flowers with yellow centres. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are thin and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Musgravea heterophylla is a small evergreen tree native to tropical Asia. It prefers a well-drained soil and full sun. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Cuttings should be taken in the spring or summer and rooted in a moist medium.

Where to Find Musgravea heterophylla

Musgravea heterophylla is native to the Caribbean islands, Central America, and northern South America.

Musgravea heterophylla FAQ

What is the scientific name of Musgravea heterophylla?

Musgravea heterophylla

What is the family of Musgravea heterophylla?

Asteraceae

What is the common name of Musgravea heterophylla?

Variable-leaved Musgravea

Species in the Musgravea genus

Species in the Proteaceae family

Acidonia microcarpa, Adenanthos acanthophyllus, Adenanthos apiculatus, Adenanthos argyreus, Adenanthos barbigerus, Adenanthos cacomorphus, Adenanthos cuneatus, Adenanthos cunninghamii, Adenanthos cygnorum, Adenanthos detmoldii, Adenanthos dobagii, Adenanthos dobsonii, Adenanthos drummondii, Adenanthos ellipticus, Adenanthos eyrei, Adenanthos filifolius, Adenanthos flavidiflorus, Adenanthos forrestii, Adenanthos glabrescens, Adenanthos gracilipes, Adenanthos ileticos, Adenanthos intermedius, Adenanthos intricatus, Adenanthos labillardierei, Adenanthos linearis, Adenanthos macropodianus, Adenanthos meisneri, Adenanthos obovatus, Adenanthos oreophilus, Adenanthos pamelus, Adenanthos pungens, Adenanthos sericeus, Adenanthos strictus, Adenanthos teges, Adenanthos terminalis, Adenanthos velutinus, Adenanthos venosus, Agastachys odorata, Alloxylon brachycarpum, Alloxylon flammeum, Alloxylon pinnatum, Alloxylon wickhamii, Athertonia diversifolia, Aulax cancellata, Aulax pallasia, Aulax umbellata, Austromuellera trinervia, Austromuellera valida, Banksia acanthopoda, Banksia acuminata,