Description
Meliosma chartacea (also called 'Paperbark Meliosma', among many other common names) is a small deciduous tree found in tropical and subtropical regions of the Americas. It has a single, broad, pointed leaf and a single, small, white flower. It is found in moist, shady forests, often growing in rocky soils or on hillsides.
Uses & Benefits
Meliosma chartacea is an ornamental plant used in gardens and parks. It has a high tolerance for drought and can be used to create a natural hedge. It also has medicinal uses, such as treating fever, headaches, and other ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Meliosma chartacea has small, yellow flowers with five petals and a single pistil. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings have small, oval cotyledons.
Where to Find Meliosma chartacea
Meliosma chartacea is native to South America and is found in Argentina, Bolivia, Brazil, Paraguay, and Uruguay.