Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Sapindales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
peduncularis
ID:
1272881

Status:
valid

Authors:
(H.Lév.) T.G.Hartley & B.C.Stone

Source:
tro

Year:
1989

Citation Micro:
Taxon 38: 122 (1989)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001272219



Common Names

  • Peduncularis Melicope
  • Melicope peduncularis
  • Peduncular Melicope


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Description

Melicope peduncularis (also called 'Long-stalked Euodia', among many other common names) is a species of shrub native to the Hawaiian Islands. It grows in moist, shady habitats, and is characterized by its small, white flowers and long, thin stems.

Uses & Benefits

Melicope peduncularis is an ornamental plant that is often used in gardens and landscaping. It has a long flowering period and can be used to attract pollinators. It is also used medicinally for its anti-inflammatory and antiseptic properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Melicope peduncularis is a white, five-petaled star-shaped flower with yellow anthers. The seed is a small, black, ovoid seed. The seedlings are small, with a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Melicope peduncularis is a shrub that grows in moist, well-drained soils. It is propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a sunny location. Cuttings should be taken in early spring or late summer and planted in a well-drained soil.

Where to Find Melicope peduncularis

Melicope peduncularis is native to South America. It can be found in moist, shady areas in tropical forests.

Melicope peduncularis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Melicope peduncularis?

Melicope peduncularis

What type of plant is Melicope peduncularis?

Tree

Where is Melicope peduncularis found?

Hawaii

Species in the Melicope genus

Melicope spathulata, Melicope taveuniensis, Melicope tahitensis, Melicope sulcata, Melicope sudestica, Melicope suberosa, Melicope sterrophylla, Melicope seemannii, Melicope steenisii, Melicope sororia, Melicope simplex, Melicope sessilis, Melicope burttiana, Melicope stellulata, Melicope vinkii, Melicope vieillardii, Melicope versteeghii, Melicope tekaoensis, Melicope trachycarpa, Melicope timorensis, Melicope pubifolia, Melicope puberula, Melicope pseudoanisata, Melicope ponapensis, Melicope segregis, Melicope polyadenia, Melicope petiolaris, Melicope perryae, Melicope perlmanii, Melicope peninsularis, Melicope polybotrya, Melicope rigoensis, Melicope savaiensis, Melicope sandwicensis, Melicope rotundifolia, Melicope quadrangularis, Melicope robbinsii, Melicope ridsdalei, Melicope revoluta, Melicope retusa, Melicope reticulata, Melicope reflexa, Melicope ramuliflora, Melicope vitiflora, Melicope robusta, Melicope woitapensis, Melicope wawraeana, Melicope wailauensis, Melicope waialealae, Melicope volcanica,

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

The Plant List v1.1 record tro-50254083: Based on the initial data import
Augustin Abel Hector Léveillé (1864-1918): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.Lév.' in the authors string.
Benjamin Clemens Stone (1933-1994): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'B.C.Stone' in the authors string.
Thomas Gordon Hartley (1931-2016): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'T.G.Hartley' in the authors string.