Maclurodendron pubescens - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Sapindales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
pubescens
ID:
454032
Status:
valid
Authors:
T.G.Hartley
Source:
ksu
Year:
1982
Citation Micro:
Gard. Bull. Singapore 35: 11 (1982)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000453364
Common Names
- Maclurodendron pubescens
- Hairy Maclurodendron
- Downy Maclurodendron
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Maclurodendron pubescens (also called 'Kauila' and 'Kauwila', among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that grows up to 6 meters tall. It is native to the Hawaiian Islands, and is found in dry and mesic forests. It has simple, alternate leaves, and white flowers.
Uses & Benefits
Maclurodendron pubescens is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of food for livestock.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Maclurodendron pubescens has white flowers with four petals and yellow anthers. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single stem.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Maclurodendron pubescens is a shrub that is native to tropical Asia. It is a hardy plant that can tolerate a wide range of temperatures and soils. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and full sun to partial shade. Propagation is done by seed or cuttings. The seeds should be sown in spring or autumn in a well-prepared seed bed. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and rooted in a moist medium.
Where to Find Maclurodendron pubescens
Maclurodendron pubescens can be found in the Philippines.
Maclurodendron pubescens FAQ
What is the scientific name of Maclurodendron pubescens?
Maclurodendron pubescens
What is the common name of Maclurodendron pubescens?
Pubescent Maclurodendron
What is the natural habitat of Maclurodendron pubescens?
Tropical forests of Southeast Asia
Species in the Maclurodendron genus
Species in the Rutaceae family
Acmadenia alternifolia, Acmadenia argillophila, Acmadenia baileyensis, Acmadenia bodkinii, Acmadenia burchellii, Acmadenia candida, Acmadenia densifolia, Acmadenia faucitincta, Acmadenia flaccida, Acmadenia fruticosa, Acmadenia gracilis, Acmadenia heterophylla, Acmadenia kiwanensis, Acmadenia latifolia, Acmadenia laxa, Acmadenia macradenia, Acmadenia macropetala, Acmadenia maculata, Acmadenia matroosbergensis, Acmadenia mundiana, Acmadenia nivea, Acmadenia nivenii, Acmadenia obtusata, Acmadenia patentifolia, Acmadenia rourkeana, Acmadenia rupicola, Acmadenia sheilae, Acmadenia tenax, Acmadenia teretifolia, Acmadenia tetracarpellata, Acmadenia tetragona, Acmadenia trigona, Acmadenia tenax, Acmadenia argillophila, Acmadenia macradenia, Acmadenia teretifolia, Acmadenia wittebergensis, Acradenia euodiiformis, Acradenia frankliniae, Acronychia richards-beehleri, Acronychia aberrans, Acronychia acidula, Acronychia acronychioides, Acronychia acuminata, Acronychia arfakensis, Acronychia baeuerlenii, Acronychia brassii, Acronychia carrii, Acronychia cartilaginea, Acronychia chooreechillum,
References
Thomas Gordon Hartley (1931-2016): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'T.G.Hartley' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:900242-1: Based on the initial data import