Status:
valid
Authors:
(Cavaco) Kainul. & Razafim.
Source:
Catalogue of the Plants of Madagascar (Tropicos)
Year:
2016
Citation Micro:
Phytotaxa 282: 269 (2016)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001315402
Common Names
- Pyrostria mandrarensis
- Mandrarensis Pyrostria
- Mandrarensis False-mimosa
Description
Pyrostria mandrarensis (also called Mandrarensis Pyrostria, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Rubiaceae. It is native to Madagascar and grows in moist, shady areas. It is an evergreen shrub with ovate leaves and white flowers.
Uses & Benefits
Pyrostria mandrarensis is a species of tree that is native to Madagascar. It is used for making furniture, baskets, and other household items. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Pyrostria mandrarensis has yellow flowers with yellow anthers and a single seed in each fruit. The seedlings are small and have a single cotyledon.
Cultivation and Propagation
Pyrostria mandrarensis is a shrub that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be grown in pots or in the ground.
Where to Find Pyrostria mandrarensis
Pyrostria mandrarensis is native to Madagascar and can be found in dry, rocky areas.
Pyrostria mandrarensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Pyrostria mandrarensis?
Pyrostria mandrarensis
What are the common names of Pyrostria mandrarensis?
African tulip, African tulip tree
What is the natural habitat of Pyrostria mandrarensis?
It is native to tropical Africa, from Ethiopia to South Africa
Species in the Pyrostria genus
Pyrostria affinis,
Pyrostria alaotrensis,
Pyrostria alluaudii,
Pyrostria amporoforensis,
Pyrostria analamazaotrensis,
Pyrostria andilanensis,
Pyrostria angustifolia,
Pyrostria anjouanensis,
Pyrostria ankazobeensis,
Pyrostria bibracteata,
Pyrostria bispathacea,
Pyrostria breonii,
Pyrostria chapmanii,
Pyrostria commersonii,
Pyrostria cordifolia,
Pyrostria fasciculata,
Pyrostria ferruginea,
Pyrostria hystrix,
Pyrostria lobulata,
Pyrostria macrophylla,
Pyrostria madagascariensis,
Pyrostria major,
Pyrostria media,
Pyrostria orbicularis,
Pyrostria phyllanthoidea,
Pyrostria pseudocommersonii,
Pyrostria sarodranensis,
Pyrostria socotrana,
Pyrostria urschii,
Pyrostria uzungwaensis,
Pyrostria variistipula,
Pyrostria viburnoides,
Pyrostria inflata,
Pyrostria isomonensis,
Pyrostria italyensis,
Pyrostria pendula,
Pyrostria serpentina,
Pyrostria ixorifolia,
Pyrostria richardiae,
Pyrostria revoluta,
Pyrostria perrieri,
Pyrostria oleifolia,
Pyrostria neriifolia,
Pyrostria louvelii,
Pyrostria longiflora,
Pyrostria capuronii,
Pyrostria asosa,
Pyrostria antsirananensis,
Pyrostria antsalovensis,
Pyrostria ankaranensis,
Species in the Rubiaceae family
Acranthera abbreviata,
Acranthera anamallica,
Acranthera athroophlebia,
Acranthera atropella,
Acranthera aurantiaca,
Acranthera axilliflora,
Acranthera bullata,
Acranthera capitata,
Acranthera ceylanica,
Acranthera didymocarpa,
Acranthera endertii,
Acranthera frutescens,
Acranthera grandiflora,
Acranthera hallieri,
Acranthera hirtostipula,
Acranthera involucrata,
Acranthera johannis-winkleri,
Acranthera lanceolata,
Acranthera longipes,
Acranthera longipetiolata,
Acranthera maculata,
Acranthera megaphylla,
Acranthera monantha,
Acranthera nieuwenhuisii,
Acranthera ophiorhizoides,
Acranthera parviflora,
Acranthera philippensis,
Acranthera ruttenii,
Acranthera salmonea,
Acranthera siamensis,
Acranthera siliquosa,
Acranthera simalurensis,
Acranthera sinensis,
Acranthera strigosa,
Acranthera tomentosa,
Acranthera variegata,
Acranthera velutinervia,
Acranthera yatesii,
Acranthera philippinensis,
Acranthera burmanica,
Acranthera virescens,
Acranthera hoangii,
Acranthera collina,
Acrobotrys discolor,
Acrosynanthus jamaicensis,
Acrosynanthus latifolius,
Acrosynanthus minor,
Acrosynanthus ovatus,
Acrosynanthus parvifolius,
Acrosynanthus revolutus,
References
Kent Kainulainen: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kainul.' in the authors string.