Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
ranomafanicum
ID:
1302936

Status:
valid

Authors:
Appleq.

Source:
Catalogue of the Plants of Madagascar (Tropicos)

Year:
2016

Citation Micro:
Candollea 71: 55 (2016)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001315390



Common Names

  • Homalium ranomafanicum
  • Ranomafanicum Homalium
  • Ranomafanicum False-mangosteen


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Description

Homalium ranomafanicum (also called Ranomafanicum Homalium, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Salicaceae. It is native to Madagascar and grows in moist, shady areas. It is an evergreen shrub with lance-shaped leaves and yellow flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Homalium ranomafanicum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat wounds, skin infections, and to reduce inflammation.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Homalium ranomafanicum are small and white. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are thin and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Homalium ranomafanicum is a shrub that grows in full sun to partial shade. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from new growth and rooted in a moist soil mix.

Where to Find Homalium ranomafanicum

Homalium ranomafanicum is native to Madagascar and can be found in humid, shady areas.

Homalium ranomafanicum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Homalium ranomafanicum?

Homalium ranomafanicum

What is the natural habitat of Homalium ranomafanicum?

Dry deciduous forests of Madagascar

What is the conservation status of Homalium ranomafanicum?

Endangered

Species in the Homalium genus

Homalium abdessammadii, Homalium acuminatum, Homalium acutissimum, Homalium africanum, Homalium alnifolium, Homalium aneityense, Homalium angustifolium, Homalium austrocaledonicum, Homalium barandae, Homalium betulifolium, Homalium bismarckense, Homalium brachybotrys, Homalium bracteatum, Homalium brevidens, Homalium burmanicum, Homalium buxifolium, Homalium caput-avis, Homalium caryophyllaceum, Homalium celebicum, Homalium chasei, Homalium circumpinnatum, Homalium cochinchinense, Homalium dalzielii, Homalium dasyanthum, Homalium decurrens, Homalium dentrecasteauxense, Homalium deplanchei, Homalium dewevrei, Homalium dewitii, Homalium dictyoneurum, Homalium elegantulum, Homalium francii, Homalium fulviflorum, Homalium gitingense, Homalium glabrifolium, Homalium gracilipes, Homalium grandiflorum, Homalium guianense, Homalium guillainii, Homalium henriquesii, Homalium hypolasium, Homalium intermedium, Homalium jainii, Homalium juxtapositum, Homalium kanaliense, Homalium kunstleri, Homalium lastoursvillense, Homalium laurifolium, Homalium le-ratiorum, Homalium letestui,

Species in the Salicaceae family

Abatia angeliana, Abatia americana, Abatia canescens, Abatia glabra, Abatia mexicana, Abatia microphylla, Abatia parviflora, Abatia rugosa, Abatia spicata, Abatia stellata, Azara alpina, Azara celastrina, Azara dentata, Azara integrifolia, Azara intermedia, Azara lanceolata, Azara microphylla, Azara petiolaris, Azara salicifolia, Azara serrata, Azara uruguayensis, Banara acunae, Banara arguta, Banara axilliflora, Banara boliviana, Banara brasiliensis, Banara brittonii, Banara caymanensis, Banara cordifolia, Banara domingensis, Banara excisa, Banara glauca, Banara guianensis, Banara ibaguensis, Banara larensis, Banara leptophylla, Banara minutiflora, Banara nitida, Banara orinocensis, Banara parviflora, Banara portoricensis, Banara quinquenervis, Banara regia, Banara riparia, Banara riscoi, Banara saxicola, Banara selleana, Banara serrata, Banara splendens, Banara tomentosa,

References

Wendy Linn Applequist: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Appleq.' in the authors string.