Mischocarpus albescens - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Sapindales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
albescens
ID:
453885
Status:
valid
Authors:
S.T.Reynolds
Source:
ksu
Year:
1985
Citation Micro:
Fl. Australia 25: 200 (1985)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000453217
Common Names
- Mischocarpus Albescens
- Whitish Mischocarpus
- Whitish Fruit
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Mischocarpus albescens (also called White-flowered Mischocarpus, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree with white flowers and small, round fruits. It is native to Southeast Asia, and is found in tropical and subtropical moist forests.
Uses & Benefits
Mischocarpus albescens is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Mischocarpus albescens has small white flowers with 4 petals and 4 stamens. The seed is a small, dark brown nutlet. The seedlings have a single pair of opposite leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Mischocarpus albescens can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and placed in a moist soil mix. Both methods should be kept in a warm, bright location.
Where to Find Mischocarpus albescens
Mischocarpus albescens is native to India, Nepal, and Sri Lanka. It can be found in tropical moist forests and mangroves.
Mischocarpus albescens FAQ
What is the scientific name of Mischocarpus albescens?
Mischocarpus albescens
What is the common name of Mischocarpus albescens?
White-fruited Fruit
What is the natural habitat of Mischocarpus albescens?
Tropical and subtropical forests
Species in the Mischocarpus genus
Mischocarpus triqueter, Mischocarpus sundaicus, Mischocarpus stipitatus, Mischocarpus flexuosus, Mischocarpus australis, Mischocarpus albescens, Mischocarpus reticulatus, Mischocarpus paradoxus, Mischocarpus macrocarpus, Mischocarpus largifolius, Mischocarpus ailae, Mischocarpus pentapetalus, Mischocarpus hainanensis, Mischocarpus oppositifolius,
Species in the Sapindaceae family
References
Sally T. Reynolds (b.1932): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'S.T.Reynolds' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:928832-1: Based on the initial data import